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A 

COLLECTION 

OF 

HIMNS 

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THE USE OF THE PROTESTANT CHURCH 

OF THE 

UNITED BUETHKEN. 

NEW AND REVISED EDITION, 



'ome before his Presence irith Singing. Psalm c. 2. 
I will sing of thy Power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy JSfercy. Ps.lix. 16. 
jet the -word of Christ dwell in you richly, i?i all Wisdom ; teaching and 
admonishing one another in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, 
singing -with grace in your hearts to the Lord. Col. iii. 16. 
' I will ring with the Spirit, and I will sing ivith the Understanding also. 
s 1 Cor. xiv. 15. 



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Printed my Conrad Zentler, Xo. 104, North Second Street. 

1819. 



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CONTENTS. 



Preface *^ GK * 

OF THE LITURGY. 

Church Litany vji 

Doxoiogy, X1U 

Easter-Morning Litany xiv 

Litanies at Baptism xviii 

Of Children, No. 1. . xviii I Of Adults xxii 

Of Children, No. 2. . xx | Of Adults from the Heathen xxv 

Of the Holy Communion xxviii 

Doxologiesat Ordinations ....... xxix 

Litanies at Burials, No. 1. xxxi No. 2. . xxxir 

OF THE HYMNS. 

I. Of the Word of God 1 

II. Of the Fall and Corruption of Man, and his 

Redemption by Christ 4 

III. Of the Incarnation and Birth of Jesus Christ 9 

IV. Of the Name of Jesus, and his Walk on Earth 18 

V. Of the Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ. 

and his Resting in the Grave 22 

VI. Of the Resurrection of Christ from the Grave 46 

VII. Of the Ascension of Christ; his Sitting at the 

Right Hand of God, and interceding for us 50 

VIII. Of God, as manifested in the Creation, Pre- 

servation and Government of the World . 54 

IX. Of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost ... 62 
P X. Of our Heavenly Father .65 

XI. Of Jesus Christ, the Son of God .... 68 

XII. Of the Holy Ghost, and his Gifts and Opera- 
tions 74 

XIII. Of God's Call of Grace to the unconverted 
Sinner 80 

XIV. Of Repentance unto Life 87 

XV. Of Faith 93 

XVI. Of the Forgiveness of Sins 97 

XVII. Of the Surrender of the Heart to Jesus 104 

XVIII. Of Communion with Christ 109 



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CONTENTS. 



XIX. Of the Happiness of Children of God . 115 

XX. Of Thankfulness of the Heart for Jesus' 

Incarnation and Death 120 

XXI. Of the Love of Jesus 129 

XXII. Of Love to Jesus 134 

XXIII. Of Brotherly Love and Union of Spirit . 142 

XXIV. Of following Jesus, and bearing his Re- 

proach 146 

XXV. Of Growth in Self-knowledge, and Sigh- 

ing for Grace .131 

XXVI. Of Sanctification - 139 

XXVII. Of Humility, Simplicity, and Growth in 

Grace 165 

XXVIII. Of Resignation, Confidence, and Patience 

in Tribulation 169 

XXIX. Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving . .176 

XXX. Of Prayer and Supplication 186 

XXXI. Of the Christian Church in general, and the 

Brethren's Congregations in particular 192 

XXXII. Of the Servants and Witnesses of the 

Lord, and the Spreading of his King- 
dom upon Earth 205 

XXXIII. Hymns for Festival Bays and Solemn 

Meetings 216 

XXXIV. Of Holy Baptism 22* 

XXXV. Of the Holy Communion 228 

XXXVI. Hymns for different Ages, Sexes and Sta- 

tions in Life 213 

A. For Children . , . 243 E. For unmarried Women 255 

B. For Boys .... 250 

C. For unmarried Men 251 

D. For Girls .... 253 

XXXVII. Hymns for sundry Occasions 

A. For the New Year . 264 I D. For Travellers 

B. Morning- and Evening 1 | E. For the Sick . 
Hymns 266 F. Concerning the holy 

C. Before and after Meals 272 | Angels 

XXXVIII. Of our Departure unto the Lord, and the 
Resurrection of the Body .... 277 



F For married People 
G. For Widowers 
H. For Widows . . 



258 
261 
262 
, 264 

273 
274 

275 



XXXIX. Of Christ's Coming to Judgment . .284 
XL. Of the Church Triumphant, and the 

Glory of Eternal Life 288 



PREFACE. 



T 



HE Hymn-Book printed in the year 1801, for the 
use of the Protestant Church of the United Breth- 
ren, being out of print, a new edition is now published. 

As this hymn-book is also intended for the use of our 
missions in the English dominions abroad, where holy 
baptism is frequently administered to adults; and as the 
same is at times administered here, we have added a few 
hymns, that may be suitably used on such occasions. 

The hymns translated from the German are distin- 
guished by an asterisk [*] ; those not marked in this 
mannerj are English compositions. 

In order to find any single verse, the Index does not 
contain the first line of each Hymn only, but of each 
Verse in this collection. The lines which begin a hymn 
are also marked in the index with an asterisk [*]. 

The numbers of the tunes, placed over the hymns, 
have a reference to the second index, which points out 
the tunes for the hymns that occur in this book, 

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ri PREFACE. 

May all, who use these hymns, delight in and ex- 
perience at all times the blessed effects of the apostle 
Paul's advice, (Ephesians v. 18, 19.) " Be filled with 
the Spirit, speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns 
and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your 
heart to the Lord," yea, anticipate already, whilst in 
the body, though in an humble and imperfect strain, the 
song of the innumerable company of angels, and the 
spirits of just men made perfect, (Heb. xii. 22, 23.) 
who being redeemed out of every kindred, and tongue, 
and people, and nation, and having washed their robes 
and made them white in the blood of the Lamb, (Rev. 
v. 9. and vii. 14.) are singing in perfect harmony, (Rev. 
v. 12 — 14.) " Worthy is the Lamb that was slain, to 
receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, 
and honor, and glory, and blessing, for ever and ever." 
Amen! 

March 1st* 1809. 



LITURGY 



CHURCH OF THE UNITED BRETHREN. 



THE CHURCH LITANY. 



JLrfORD, Have mercy upon us! 

Christ, Have mercy upon us! 

Lord, Have mercy upon us ! 

Christ, Hear us! 

Lord God, our Father, which art in heaven ! 

Hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come ; thy will 
be done on earth, as it is in heaven ; give us this day our 
daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
them that trespass against us; and lead us not into temp- 
tation ; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the king- 
dom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. 
Amen ! 
Lord God, Son, thou Saviour of the world! 

Be gracious unto us! 
Lord God, Holy Ghost! 
Abide with us for ever! 

Cong. Most Holy Blessed Trinity! 

We praise Thee to eternity. :J|: :JJ: 

Thou Slaughter'd Lamb, our God and Lord ! 
To needy pray'rs thine ear afford, 
And on us all have mercy ! 



via CHURCH LITANY. 

From coldness to thy merits and death, 

From error and misunderstanding, 

From the loss of our glory in thee, 

From the unhappy desire of becoming great, 

From self-complacency, 

From untimely projects, 

From needless perplexity, 

From the murdering spirit and devices of Satan, 

From the influence of the spirit of this world, 

From hypocrisy and fanaticism, 

From the deceitfulness of sin, 

From all sin, 

Preserve ws, gracious Lord and God J 
By all the merits of thy life, 
By thy human birth and circumcision, 
By thy obedience, diligence, and faithfulness, 
By thy humility, meekness, and patience, 
By thy extreme poverty, 
By thy watching, fasting, and temptations, 
By thy griefs and sorrows, 
By thy prayers, and tears, 
By thy having been despised and rejected, 

Bless and comfort us, gracious Lord and God! 
By thine agony and bloody sweat, 
By thy bonds and scourgings, 
By thy crown of thorns, 
By thy cross and passion, 
By thy sacred wounds and precious blood, 
By thy dying words, 
By thy atoning death, 
By thy rest in the grave, 
By thy glorious resurrection and ascension, 
By thy sitting at the right hand of God, 
By thy prevailing intercession, 
By the holy sacrameutg, 



CHURCH LITANY. ix 

By thy divine presence, (Matth. xxviii. 20.) 

Bless and comfort ws, gracious Lord and God! 

Cong. We humbly pray with one accord, 
Remember us, most gracious Lord! 
Think on thy sufferings, wounds and cross, 
And how by death thou savedst us : 
For this is all our hope and plea 
In time and in eternity. 

We poor sinners pray, 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 
Rale and lead thy holy christian church; 
Increase the knowledge of the mystery of Christ, and 

diminish misapprehensions ; 
Make the word of the cross universal among those who 

are called by thy name ; 
Unite all the children of God in one spirit ; (John xi. 52.) 
Abide their only Shepherd, High-Priest and Saviour ; 
Send faithful laborers into thy harvest; 
Give spirit and power to preach thy word ; 
Preserve unto us the word of reconciliation till the end 

of days; 
And through the Holy Ghost, daily glorify the merits of 

thy life, sufferings and death; 
Prevent, or destroy, all designs &ud schemes of Satan, 

and defend us against his accusation; 
For the sake of that peace which we have with thee, 

may we, as much as lieth in us, live peaceably with 

all men; (Rom. xii. 18.) 

Grant us to bless them that curse us, and to do good to 

them that hate us ; 
Have mercy upon our slanderers and persecutors, and lay 

not this sin to their charge; (Acts vii. 60.) 

Hinder all schisms and scandals ; 
Put far from thy people all deceivers and seducers; 
Bring back all that have erred, or have been seduced; 
Grant love and unity to all our congregations ; 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 



x CHURCH LITANY. 

Thou Light and Desire of all nations! (Mat. iv. 16. 
Hag. ii. 7.) 

Watch over thy messengers both by land and sea ; 

Prosper the endeavours of all thy servants to spread thy 
gospel among heathen nations; 

Accompany the word of their testimony concerning thy 
atonement, with demonstration of the Spirit and of 
power; (1 Cor. ii. 4.) 

Bless our, and all other Christian congregations gather- 
ed from the Negroes, Greenlanders, Indians, Hotten- 
tots aud Esquimaux; 

Keep them as the apple of thine eye; (Deut. xxxii. 10.) 

Have mercy upon thy ancient covenant people, the Jews; 

And bring all nations to the saving knowledge of thee; 
Hear ws, gracious Lord and God! 

Min. O praise the Lord, all ye heathen ! 
Cong. Praise him, all ye nations ! 

Give to thy people open doors to preach thy gospel, and 
set them to thy praise on earth ; 

Grant all ministers of the church soundness of doctrine 
and holiness of life, and preserve them therein; 

Sprinkle all thy servants with thy blood; 

Keep our episcopacy precious before thee; 

Help all elders to rule well, especially those who labor 
in the word and doctrine; (1 Tim. v. 17.) 

That they may feed thy church, which thou hast pur- 
chased with thine own blood ; (Acts xx. 28.) 
Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 

Watch graciously over all governments and hear our 
supplications for them ; 

Grant and preserve unto them thoughts of peace and 
concord ; 

We beseeeh thee especially, to pour down thy blessings 
in a plentiful manner upon the President of the United 
States, both houses of Congress, and the Governors 



CHURCH LITANY. xi 

and legislative Assemblies of the individual States, 
Direct and prosper all their councils and undertakings 
to the promotion of thy glory, the propagation of the 
gospel, and the safety and welfare of this country.* 

Guide and protect the magistrates of the land, wherein 
we dwell, and all that are put in authority ; and grant 
us to lead under them a quiet and peaceable life in all 
godliness and honesty; 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 

Supply, O Lord, all the wants of thy church; 

Let all thiugs be conducted among us in such a manner, 
that we provide things honest, not only before God, 
but also before men; (2 Cor. viii. 21. Rom. xii. 17.) 

Bless the sweat of the brow, and the faithfulness in 
handicraft business ; 

Let none entangle himself with the affairs of this life ; 
(2 Tim. ii. 4.) 

But may all our labor of body and mind be hallowed unto 
thee; 

Hear us> gracious Lord and God! 

O thou Preserver of men! 

Send help to all that are in distress or danger; 

* To be prayed in times of war, directly after the petitions for the gen* 

eral and state governments. 
Grant, O Lord, unto the President of the United States, in these 

times of danger, thy gracious counsel, that in all things he may 

approve himself the father of the people. 
Be thou the gracious protector of these States and of all our fel- 
low-citizens in all parts of the world. 
Turn the hearts of our enemies ; defeat every evil design against 

us, and continue to show unto us thy tender mercy, as thou hast 

done in the days past. 
Cause us to bow down before thee, to confess our sins, and to 

acknowledge with contrite hearts, that it is of thy mercy that we 

are not consumed. 
Stop, in thy tender mercy, the effusion of human blood, and make 

discord and wars to cease. 
To this end, put into the hearts of the rulers of the nations, thoughts 

of peace, that we may see it soon established, to the glory of 

thy name; 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God ! 



xii CHURCH LITANY. 

Strengthen and uphold those who suffer bonds and perse- 
cution for the sake of the gospel ; 

Defend, and provide for the fatherless children, and 
widows, and all who are desolate and oppressed; 

Be the support of the aged; 

Make the bed of the sick, and, amidst all their sufferings, 
let them feel that thou lovest them; (Ps. xli. 3.) 

And when thou takest away men's breath, that they die, 
then remember, that thou hast died, not for our sins 
only, but also for the sins of the whole world; (1 John 
ii. 2. Rom. v* 18.) 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God ! 

Now, Lord, thou who art over all, God blessed for ever! 

Be the Saviour of all men; (1 Tim. iv. 10.) 

Yea, have mercy on thy whole creation; (Rom. viii. 
19, 22.) 

For thou earnest, by thyself to reconcile all things unto 
God, whether things on earth, or things in heaven; 
(Col. i. 20. Eph. ii. 16.) 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 

Thru Saviour of thy body ! (Eph. v. 23.) 

Bless, sanctify, and preserve every member of thy church; 

Grant that each, in every age and station, may enjoy the 
powerful and sanctifying merits of thy holy humanity; 
and make us chaste before thee in soul and body; 

Let our children be brought up in the nurture and admo- 
nition of thee; (Eph. vi. 4.) 

Pour out thy Holy Spirit on all thy servants and hand- 
maids; (Acts ii. 18.) 

Purify our souls, in obeying the truth, through the Spirit, 

unto unfeigned love of the brethren ; (l Pet. i. 22.) 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 

Keep us in everlasting fellowship with the church 
triumphant, and let us once rest together in thy pres- 
ence from all our labor ! 

Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 



DOXOLOGY. xiii 

O Christ, Almighty God ! Have mercy upon us! 

O thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the 
world, 

Own us to be thine ! 
O thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the 
world, 

Be joyful over us! 
O thou Lamb of God, which takest away the sin of the 
world, 

Leave thy peace with us! 
O Christ, Hear us! 

Lord, Have mercy upon us! 

Christ, Have mercy upon us ! 

Lord, Have mercy upon us ! 

DOXOLOGY. 

To be used after the CHURCH- LIT ANY on solemn occasions. 

\j NTO the Lamb that was slain, (Rev. v. 12.) 

And hath redeemed us out of all nations of the earth; 

(Rev. v. 9.) 
Unto the Lord who purchased our souls for himself; 

(Acts xx. 28.) 
Unto that Friend who loved us, and washed us from our 

sins in his own blood ; (Rev. i. 5.) 

Who died for us once, (Rom. vi. 10, 11. 2 Cor. v. 15.) 
That we might die unto sin; (1 Pet. ii. 24.) 

Who rose for us, 

That we also might rise ; (1 Cor. xv.) 

Who ascended for us into heaven, 

To prepare a place for us; (John xiv. 2, 3.) 

Choir. And to whom are subjected the angels, and 

powers, and dominions; (1 Pet. iii. 22.) 

To him be glory at all times, 

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xiv EASTER-MORNING LITANY. 

In the church that waitethfor him, and in that which is 
around him, 

Choir. From everlasting to everlasting, 

Amen ! 

Little children, abide in him; that, when he shall ap- 
pear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed 
feefore him at his coming. (1 John ii. 28.) 

Cong. In none but him alone I trust for ever, 
In him, my Saviour. 

The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ! 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious 

unto thee! 
The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give 

thee peace ! 
Choir. In the name of Jesus, 
Amen. 

EASTER-MORNING LITANY. 

CThe bishop or minister shall say : J 

JL BELIEVE in the One only God, Father, Son, and 
Holy Ghost, who created all things by Jesus Christ, and 
was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself. 

I believe in God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 
who hath chosen us in him, before the foundation of the 
world; 

Who halh delivered us from the power of darkness, 
and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son ; 

Who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in 
heavenly places in Christ; who hath made us meet to be 
partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light; hav- 
ing predestinated us unto the adoption of children by 
Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure 



EASTER-MORNING LITANY. xv 

of his will, to the praise of the glory of his grace, where- 
in he hath made us accepted in the Beloved. 

Cong. This I verily believe. 

Min. I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and 
earth ! because thou hast hid these things from the wise 
and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes ; even 
so, Father ! for so it seemed good in thy sight. 

Father! glorify thy name! 

Cong. Our Father, which art in heaven; hallowed 
be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven ; give us this day our daily bread; 
and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that 
trespass against us ; and lead us not into temptation, but 
deliver us from evil ; for thine is the kingdom, and the, 
power, and the glory ^ for ever and ever, Amen. 

Min. I believe in the name of the only begotten Son 
of God, by whom are all things, and we through him; 

I believe, that he was made flesh, and dwelt among 
us ; and took on him the form of a servant ; 

By the overshadowing of the Holy Ghost, was con- 
ceived of the virgin Mary ; as the children are partakers 
of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of 
the same; was born of a woman; 

And being found in fashion as a man, was tempted in 
all points like as we are, yet without sin ; 

For he was the Lord, the Messenger of the covenant, 
whom we delight in. The Lord and his Spirit hath sent 
him to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord ; 

He spoke that which he did know, and testified that 
which he had seen: as many as received him, to them 
gave he power to become the sons of God. 

Behold the Lamb of God! which hath taken away 
the sin of the world, 

Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was erucified, dead 
and buried ; 



xvi EASTER-MORNING LITANY. 

Went by the Spirit and preached unto the spirits in 
prison; 

The third day rose again from the dead, and with him 
many bodies of the saints which slept ; 

Ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the throne of 
the Father; whence he will come, in like manner as he 
was seen going into heaven. 

Cong, The Spirit and the bride of Christ say, come! 
Letev'ry one that heareth, answer, come! 
Amen! come, Lord Jesus! come, we implore thee; 
With longing 1 hearts we now are waiting- for thee; 
Come soon, O come ! 

Min\ The Lord will descend from heaven with a 
shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the 
trump of God, to judge both the quick and the dead. 

This is my Lord, who redeemed me, a lost and undone 
human creature, purchased and gained me from all sin, 
from death, and from the power of the devil, 

Not with gold or silver, but with his holy, precious 
blood, and with his innocent suffering and dying; 

To the end that I should be his own, and in his king- 
dom live under him, and serve him, in eternal right- 
eousness, innocence and happiness; 

So as he, being risen from the dead, liveth and reign- 
eth, world without end. 

Cong. This I most certainly believe. 

Min. 1 believe in the Holy Ghost, who proceedeth 
from the Father, and whom our Lord Jesus Christ sent, 
after he went away, that he should abide with us for ever. 

That he should comfort us, as a mother comforteth 
her children; 

That he should help our infirmities and make inter- 
cession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered; 

That he should bear witness with our spirit, that we 
are the children of God, and teach us to cry, Abba, Father ! 

That he should shed abroad in our hearts the love of 
God, and make our bodies his holy temples; 



EASTER-MORNING LITANY- xvii 

And that he should work all in all, dividing to every 
man severally as he will* 

To him be glory in the church, which is in Christ 
Jesus, the holy, universal Christian church, in the com- 
munion of saints at all times, and from eternity to eternity; 

Cong. Amen. 

Min. I believe, that by my own reason and strength 
I cannot believe in Jesus Christ my Lord, or come to him; 

But that the Holy Ghost calleth me by the gospel, 
enlighteneth me with his gifts, sanctifieth and preserveth 
me in the true faith ; 

Even as he calleth, gathereth, enlighteneth and sanc- 
tifieth all Christendom on earth, which he keepeth by 
Jesus Christ in the only true faith; 

In which Christian Church he forgiveth me and every 
believer all sin daily and abundantly. 

Cong. This I assuredly believe. 

Min. I desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which 
is far better; I shall never taste death; yea, I shall at- 
tain unto the resurrection of the dead : for my body, 
which I shall put off, this grain of corruptibility, shall 
put on incorruption : my flesh shall rest in hope : 

And God, who brought again from the dead our Lord 
Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the 
blood of the everlasting covenant, wHl also once quicken 
the bodies here interred, beeause the Spirit of God hath 
dwelt in them. 

Cong. Amen. 
We poor sinners pray, Hear us, gracious Lord and God! 

Min. And keep us in everlasting fellowship with our 
brethren N. N. and with our sisters N. N.* who are en- 
tered into the joy of their Lord; (and whose bodies are 
buried here) 



* Here are mentioned in each congregation the names of those;, 
who departed into eternal rest since the preceding Easter. 

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xviii EASTER-MORNING LITANY. 

Also with the servants and handmaids of our church, 
whom thou hast called home within this year, and with 
the whole church triumphant; and let us once rest with 
them in thy presence. 

Cong. Amen. 

They are at rest in lasting bliss,— Beholding Christ our Saviour; 
Our humble expectation is—To live with him* for ever. 

Min. Glory be to Him, who is the Resurrection and 
the Life ; He was dead, and behold! He is alive for 
evermore; 

And he that believeth in Him, though he were dead, 
yet shall he live. 

Glory be to Him in the church which waiteth for 
Him, and in that which is around Him ; for ever and ever, 

Cong. Amen. 

Grant us to lean unshaken — Upon thy faithfulness, 
Until we hence are taken — To see thee face to face. 

Min. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the 
love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be 
with us all; 

Cong. Amen. 

LITANIES AT BAPTISM. 



BAPTISM OF CHILDREN. No. 1. 

(After the singing of some suitable verses, and a short discourse :J 

Min. CHRIST, thou Lamb of God, which takest 

away the sin of the world, 
Cong. Leave thy peace with us! Amen. 
M. By thy holy Sacraments, 
C. Bless us, gracious Lord and God ! 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. xix 

T. 90. C. An infant we present to thee, 
As thy redeemed property, 
And thee most fervently intreat 
This child thyself to consecrate 
By Baptism, and its soul to bless 
Out of the fulness of thy grace. 

J\L * Baptism is the answer of a good conscience towards 
God, the washing of regeneration and renewing of 
the Holy Ghost, which is shed on us abundantly 
through Jesus Christ our Saviour. 
Children may also be made partakers of this grace, 
For Christ hath said, " Suffer little children to come 
unto me, and forbid them not, for of such is the 
kingdom of heaven." 

(Then the child -which is to be baptized, is brought in, and the minister 
offers up a suitable prayer ; or sings an appropriate verse; for ex* 
ample :J 

T. 14. a. M. Be present, Lord! tho' water fails 
To cleanse a soul from sin, 
Yet while we pour it, let thy blood 
Now make this infant clean. 

Jtf. Ye, who are baptized into Christ Jesus, how were 

ye baptized ? 
C Into his death. 
M. Into the death of Jesus I baptize thee N. N. in the 

name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy 

Ghost. 

(During the imposition of hands the minister continues :J 
Now art thou buried with him, by baptism, into his 
death ; 
C In the name of Jesus, Amen. 

T. 79. p. 2. His death and passion ever, — Till soul and body 
Shall in thy heart engrav'd remain. 



(* Questions which may be put to the children, and answered by them. J 
What is baptism ? 

May children also be made partakers of this grace? 
What is the ground of this hope? 



x± LITANIES AT BAPTISM. 

Jtf.Now therefore live, yet not thou, hut Christ live in 
thee! And the life which thou now livest in the flesh, 
live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved thee, 
and gave himself for thee. 

T. 132. a. p. 2. C. This grant according 1 to thy word, 
Thro* Jesus Christ, our only Lord, 
O Father, Son, and Spirit* 

M. The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ! 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gra- 
cious unto thee ! 

The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give 
thee peace ! 

C. In the name of Jesus, Amen. 



BAPTISM OF CHILDREN. No. 3. 

C After the singing of some suitable verses, and a short discourse: J 

Min. \J THOU Lamb of God, which takest away the 
sin of the world, 

Cong. Have mercy upon us, and give us thy peace ! 

M. By all the merits of thy life, sufferings, death and 
resurrection, 

C. Bless us, gracious Lord and God ! 

M. * Baptism was instituted by our Lord Jesus Christ, 
who said unto his disciples, " Go ye, and teach 
all nations, baptizing them in the name of the 
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 
teaching them to observe all things, whatsoever 
I have commanded you." 



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C* Questions -which may be put to children, and answered by them. J 
Who instituted baptism ? 
What promise did he annex thereto ? 
What are the benefits whereof we are made partakers by baptism? 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. xxi 

He annexed this promise to it, " He that believeth 
and is baptized, shall he saved." 

By baptism we are made partakers of the forgiveness 
of and cleansing from sin, by the blood of Jesus 
Christ, who loved the church, and gave himself 
for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it with 
the washing of water by the word. 

As many of us as have been baptized, have put on Christ. 

T. 22. a. C. The Saviour's blood and righteousness 
Our beauty is, our glorious dress ; 
Thus well array'd we need not fear, 
When in his presence we appear. 

T. 83. d. M. Are the children heirs of Heav'n ? 

Have they part in Christ our Saviour? 
C. Yea, this grace to them is giv'n, 
They are objects of his favor; 
For he saith : Bring them to me,* 
Heav'n is theirs assuredly. 

f* Here the child is brought in, and the minister either offers up a suita- 
ble prayer, or si7igs an appropriate verse, for example: J 

T. 1. M. Thou Friend of children, in thy arms of love 
Receive this child, let it thy mercy prove; 
And cleanse it with thy blood, that it may share 
In all thy merits : Jesus, hear our pray'r ! 

M. Ye who are baptized into Christ Jesus, how were ye 

baptized ? 
C. Into his death. 
•W. Into the death of Jesus I baptize thee N. N. in the 

name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 

Holy Ghost. 
C During the imposition of hands the mijuster continues :J 
Now art thou buried with him, by baptism, into his 

death; 
C In the name of Jesus, Amen. 

T. 184. p. 2. C. May his atoning death and passion, 
His agony and bitter pain, 
Until thy final consummation 
Deep in thy heart engrav'd remain ! 

M. Now therefore live, yet not thou, but Christ live in 
thee! And the life which thou now livest in the 



xxii LITANIES AT BAPTISM. 

flesh, live by the faith of the Son of God, who 
loved thee, and gave himself for thee. 

T. 58. C. That our Lord's views with thee may be attain'd, 
We recommend thee now, with faith unfeign'd, 
To the Father's blessing", to the Son's favor, 
The Holy Spirit's guidance, now and ever, 
The angels' guard. 

*V. The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ! 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gra- 
cious unto thee ! 
The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give 
thee peace! 
C In the name of Jesus, Amen. 



BAPTISM OF ADULTS. 

T. 22. Cong. CHRIST, the almighty Son of God, 
Took on him human flesh and blood, 
And willingly gave up his breath 
To save us from eternal death. 

Praise to the Father, and the Son, 
And Holy Spirit, Three in One, 
That we're from condemnation freed, 
Since Christ our ransom fully paid. 

C After a short discourse follow these petitions :J 

<Min. Lord God, our Father, which art in heaven ! 

C Hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will 
be done on earth, as it is in heaven; give us this 
day our daily bread ; and forgive us our trespas- 
ses, as we forgive them that trespass against us; 
and lead us not into temptation; but deliver us 
from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the 
power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 

M. Lord God, Son, thou Saviour of the world ! 

C Be gracious unto us! 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. xxiii 

M. Lord God, Holy Ghost! 
C. Abide with us for ever! 

T. 132. a. p. 2. C. Thou slaughter'd Lamb, our God and Lord; 
To needy pray'rs thine ear afford, 
And on us all have mercy! 

M. By thy divine presence, 
By thy holy sacraments, 
C. Bless us, gracious Lord and God ! 

C Questions put to the candidate for baptism. J 

M. Dost thou believe, in Jesus Christ, the only begotten 
Son of God, by whom are all things and we 
through him ? 

Answer, I do. 

*>/. Dost thou believe that he is thy Lord, who redeemed 
thee, a lost and undone human creature, pur- 
chased and gained thee from all sin, from death, 
and from the power of the devil, not with gold 
or silver, but with his holy, precious blood, and 
with his innocent suffering and dying? 

Answer. I verily believe it. 

•If. Dost thou desire to be cleansed from sin in the blood 
of Jesus Christ, and to be buried into his death 
by holy baptism ? 

Answer. That is my sincere desire. 

«.1f. Dost thou desire to be embodied into the congregation 
of Christ, by holy baptism, which is the laver of 
regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost, 
and in his kingdom to live under him, and serve 
him, in eternal righteousness, innocence and hap- 
piness ? 

Answer. That is my sincere desire. 

T, 155. C. Unto him, O Lamb of God, 

Op^n thy salvation's treasure — In rich measure; 
Graciously his sins forgive, — Him receive, 
Grant Mm peace and consolation; 
Join him to thy congregation, 
As the purchase of thy deaths 



xxiv LITANIES AT BAPTISM. 

T. 22. a. The water flowing" from thy side, 

Which by the spear was open'd wide, 
Be now his bath ; thy precious blood 
Cleanse him, and bring Mm nigh to God. 

Clhiring the last verse the candidate for baptism kneels down, and the 
following question is put to the Congregatioii :J 

M. Ye who are baptized into Christ Jesus, how were ye 

baptized ? 
C. Into his death. 
JH, Into the death of Jesus I baptize thee N. N. in the 

name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 

Holy Ghost. 

C During the imposition of hands the mhiister continues : 
Now art thou washed, justified and sanctified by the 
blood of Christ: therefore live, yet not thou, but 
Christ live in thee! And the life which thou now 
livest in the flesh, live by the faith of the Son of 
God, who loved thee, and gave himself for thee. 

C. Amen, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 
Amen, Hallelujah! 

{Then, tlie congregation kneeling, and the person baptized falling pros^ 
trate, the following vei^ses may be sung: J 

T. 22. C. May Christ thee sanctify and bless, 
His Spirit's seal on thee impress; 
His body torn with many a wound 
Preserve thy soul and body sound! 

The blood-sweat trickling down his face, 
Thy condemnation doth erase; 
His cross, his sufferings and his pain, 
Thy everlasting strength remain. 

The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 
Will thee protect, we humbly trust. 

CThiring the last, or any other suitable verse, the congregation rises, and 
the minister pronounces the blessing: J 

J\L The Lord bless thee, and keep thee! 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gra- 
cious unto thee ! 
The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give 
thee peace ! 
C In the name of Jesus, x\men. 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. xxr 

BAPTISM OF ADULTS FROM THE HEATHEN. 

Min. UtFR Lord Jesns Christ, 
Cong. Be gracious unto us ! 
M. By thy divine presence, 
C. Bless us, gracious Lord and God ! 
M. By all the merits of thy holy humanity, life, suffer- 
ings, death and resurrection, 
C, Bless us, gracious Lord and God! 

T. 22. C. Lord Jesus Christ, all praise to thee, 
That thou didst deign a man to be, 
And for each soul which thou hast made 
Hast an eternal ransom paid ! 

T. 132. a. O Jesus Christ, thou Son belov'd 

Of thy celestial Father, 
By whom all enmity's remov'd, 

And all the lost find succor; 
Thou slaughter'd Lamb, our God and Lord, 
To needy pray'rs thine ear afford, 

And on us all have mercy ! 

T. 127. O Lamb of God unspotted, — Our crucified Saviour, 

Who hast to shame submitted, — With patient meek behaviour; 
Thy bearing* our transgression — Hath sav'dus from damnation; 
Have mercy on us, O Jesus ! O Jesus ! 

T. 30. Lift up thy pierc'd hands, O dearest Saviour, 

Now pour out on Mm (her or them) that grace and favor, 
Which in thy loving— -And kind heart for him is ever moving. 

(After tJiese or other verses suited to tins transaction have been sung, and 
a short discourse delivered concerning the aim of baptism, and the 
grace imparted by it to those ivho receive it, the minister shall put the 
folloiving questions to the candidate: J 

M. Dost thou believe, that thou art a sinful creature, 
and dost, on account of thy sins, deserve the 
wrath of God, and eternal punishment? 

Answer. I do believe it. 

»V. Dost thou believe, that Jesus Christ became a man 
for us, and by his innocent life, sufferings, blood- 
c 



xxvi LITANIES AT BAPTISM. 

shedding, and death, reconciled us poor sinful 
creatures to God ? 

Answer. I verily believe it. 

M. Dost thou believe, that he hath purchased for thee, 
by his blood and death, remission of sins, life and 
happiness ? 

Answer. I verily believe it. 

*M. Wilt thou in this faith be baptized into the death of 
Jesus, and be washed from thy sins in his blood ? 

Answer. That is my sincere desire. 

M. Dost thou also desire to be delivered from the power 
of sin and of Satan, and to be received into the fel- 
lowship of Jesus Christ, and of those who believe 
in him ? 

Answer. That is my sincere desire, and I renounce the 
devil and all his works and ways. 

T. 22. C. Soul, body, spirit, Lord ! are thine, 
The purchase of thy blood divine, 
O take him, as thy property, 
And keep him thine eternally! 

C During this verse the candidate for baptism kneels down, and the 77ii?i- 
ister prays that lie may be cleansed from all his si?is in the blood of 
Christ; delivered from guilt and punishment, and from the dominion 
of sin and Satan ; bwied by baptism into the death of Jesus, and 
raised together with him unto newriess of life, and thus, together with 
all Believers, received into and made a partaker of the fellowship of 
the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. J 

T. 75. C. Thro' thy atoning blood, 

That precious healing* flood, 
Purge off all sin and sadness, 
And fill his heart with gladness; 
Lord, hear thou his confession, 
And blot out his transgression. 

Qiij T. 22. C. The water flowing from thy side, 

Which by the spear was open'd wide, 
Be now his bath, thy precious blood 
Cleanse him, and bring him nigh to God. 

( 'After tinging one of these, or any other suitable verses follows the 
baptism :J 



LITANIES AT BAPTISM. xxvii 

9K I baptize thee N. N. into the death of Jesus, in the 
name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 
Holy Ghost; 

C. Amen. 

M. Nfiw art thou buried with Christ, by baptism, into 
his death; therefore, from henceforth live, yet 
not thou, but Christ live in thee! And the life 
which thou now livest in the flesh, live by the 
faith of the Son of God, who loved thee, and gave 
himself for thee. 

IT. 14. a. C. With awe and heartfelt thankfulness, 
Him in the dust adore;* 
He who hath look'd on thee in grace, 
Hath bliss for thee in store. 

* During these -words the congregation kneels down, and the person bap- 

tized falls prostrate, during which some more verses may be sung, for 
instance: 

T. 22. a. C. May Christ thee sanctify and bless, 
His Spirit's seal on thee impress; 
His body torn with many a wound 
Preserve thy soul and body sound. 

Or, T. 22. C. The Saviour's blood and righteousness, 
Thy beauty is, thy glorious dress; 
Thus well array'd thou need'st not fear, 
When in his presence all appear. 

Or, T. 79. p. 2. C. His death and passion ever, 
Till soul and body sever, 
Shall in thy heart engrav'd remain. 

T. 22. ALL. All pow'r and glory doth pertain 
Unto the Lamb, for he was slain, 
And hath redeem'd us by his blood,* 
And made us kings and priests to God. 

* At these -words the congregation rises, and the mnisler pronounces the 

blessing of the Lord: 

M. The Lord bless thee, and keep thee ! 

The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gra- 
cious unto thee ! 



xxviii OF THE HOLY COMMUNION. 

The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give 
thee peace I 
C. In the name of Jesus, Amen. 

T. 11. a. C. Praise on earth to thee be giv'n, 
Never ceasing praise in heav'n ; 
Boundless wisdom, povv'r divine. 
Love unspeakable are thine ! 

OF THE HOLY COMMUNION. 

Note. J. N the church of the United Brethren there is no prescribed 
form of words used at the administration of the Holy Communion. 
The service is opened by singing verses expressive of a penitent, 
contrite heart, after which a prayer for absolution is offered up. 
The Congregation rising, a verse is sung and the bread is conse- 
crated by pronouncing the words of Institution, thus : 

" Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which 
he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given 
thanks, he brake it, and gave it to his disciples, and 
said: Take, eat ; this is my body, which is given 
for you. This do in remembrance of ?ne." 

The blessed bread is then distributed by the minister and his as- 
sistants, to each communicant, during the singing of hymns, treat- 
ing principally of the sufferings and death of our Lord. After all 
the communicants have received the bread, the minister repeats the 
words : Take, eat, this is the LorcVs body given for you. The congre- 
gation partake altogether at the same time, kneeling, either in 
silence, or while a verse is sung, expressive of the solemn act. The 
congregation rising, verses of thanksgiving are sung, after which 
the minister consecrates the wine, by pronouncing the words : 

" After the same manner also our Lord Jesus Christ 
took the cup, when he had supped, gave thanks, and 
gave it to them saying: Drink ye all of it; this is 
my blood, the blood of the New Testament, which is 
shed for you and for many, for the remission of sins. 



DOXOLOGIES. xxix 

This do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of 

The minister then partaking of the blessed cup, delivers it to his 
assistants, by whom it is administered to the congregation; during 
which hymns are sung, treating of the remission of sins in the blood 
of Jesus and its healing and sanctifying power. 

The service is closed with such hymns as treat of brotherly love, 
communion with Christ, and thankfulness for his incarnation and 
death. 

DOXOLOGIES. 

TO BE USED AT ORDINATIONS. 

Note. A HE service being opened by the singing of the Veni, Crea- 
tor Spiritus (Come, Holy Ghost, come, Lord our God!) or some 
other suitable hymn, the bishop addresses the congregation in an 
appropriate discourse, ending with a charge to the candidate (or 
candidates) for ordination, after which he offers up a prayer, im- 
ploring the blessing of God upon the solemn transaction, and com- 
mending the candidate (or candidates) to his grace, that he (they) 
may be endowed with power and unction and the influences of the 
Holy Ghost, for preacbing the word of God, administering the 
Holy Sacraments, and for doing all those things, which shall be 
committed unto him, (them) for the promotion of the spiritual 
edification of the Church. The bishop then proceeds to ordain the 
candidate (or candidates) with imposition of hands, pronouncing 
the following, or similar, words ; 

I ordain (consecrate) thee N. N. to be a Deacon 
(Presbyter) (Bishop) of the Church of the United 
Brethren, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, 
and of the Holy Ghost: And may the Lord bless thee, 
find keep thee! TJie Lord make his face shine upon thee, 
and be gracious unto thee J The Lord lift up his counte- 
nance upon thee, and give thee peace! Lithe name of 
Jesus, Amen* 

C 2 



xxx DOXOLOGIES. 

[N. B. At the consecration of bishops, three, or at least two, 
bishops are required to assist ; and the words used are 3uch as par- 
ticularly refer to the charge committed to them in the Church.] 

The bishop having returned to his place, kneels down with the 
whole congregation, all worshipping in silent devotion, while the 
following Doxologies are sung in a solemn manner by the choir, the 
congregation joining in XheJlmen, Hallelujah! 

The service is concluded with a short hymn, and the bishop 
pronouncing the blessing. 

TO BE USED AT THE ORDINATION 

(a) Of Deacons. 

Glory be to Thy most meritorious Ministry, 
O Thou Servant of the true Tabernacle, 
Who didst not come to be ministered unto, 
But to minister! 
Amen, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 
Cong. Amen, Hallelujah! 

(b) Of Presbyters. 

Glory be to thy most holy Priesthood, 

Christ, Thou Lamb of God ! 

Thou, who wast slain for us; 

Who, by one offering, hast perfected for ever 

them that are sanctified! 
Amen, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 
Cong. Amen, Hallelujah! 

(c) The Consecration of Bishops. 

Glory be to the Shepherd and Bishop of our 

souls, 
The great Shepherd of the sheep, through the 

blood of the everlasting Covenant; 
Glory and obedience be onto God the Holt 

Ghost, our Guide and Comforter ! 






LITANY AT BURIALS. No. 1. kxi 

Glory and adoration be to the Father of our 

Lord Jesus Christ, 
Who is the true Father of all, who are called 

children on earth and in heaven ! 

O might each pulse thanksgiving beat! 
And ev'ry breath His praise repeat! 

Amen, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 

Cong. Amen, Hallelujah! 

LITANY AT BURIALS. 

No. 1. 

JLiORD, Have mercy upon us! 

Christ, Have mercy upon us J 

Lord, Have mercy upon us! 

Christ, Hear us! 

Lord God, our Father, which art in heaven ! 

Hallowed be thy name ; thy kingdom come; thy will 
be done on earth, as it is in heaven; give us this day our 
daily bread ; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
them that trespass against us; and lead us not into temp- 
tation; but deliver us from eviL For thine is the king- 
dom, arid the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. 
Amen! 
Lord God, Son, thou Saviour of the world! 

Be gracious unto us! 
By thy human birth, 
By thy prayers and tears, 
By all the troubles of thy life, 
By thine infirmities and pains, 
By all the grief and anguish of thy soul, 
By thine agony and bloody sweat, 
By thy bonds and scourgings, 
By thy crown of thorns, 



xxxii LITANY AT BURIALS. No. 1. 

By thine ignominious crucifixion, 
By (hy sacred wounds and precious blood, 
By thy atoning death. 
By thy rest in the grave, 
By thy glorious resurrection and ascension, 
By thy sitting at the right hand of God, 
By thy divine presence, 

By thy coming again to thy church on earth, or our 
being called home to thee, 

Bless and comfort us 9 gracious Lord and God! 
Lord God, Holy Ghost! 

Abide with us for ever! 

T. 83. Coxg. Christ is risen from the dead, 

Thou shalt rise too, saith my Saviour, 

Of what should I be afraid? 
I with him shall live for ever: 

Can the head forsake his limb, 

And not draw me unto him ? 

I am the resurrection and the life, saith the Lord; 
he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall 
he live. And whosoever liveth and believeth in me, 
shall never die. 

Therefore, blessed are the dead, which die in the 
Lord from henceforth; yea, saith the Spirit, that they 
may rest from their labors. 

O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy 
victory? The sting of death is sin, and the strength of 
sin is the law; but thanks be to God, which giveth us 
the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. 

T. 580. Cong. This body now to rest convey'd, 
Into the earth like Jesus' laid, 

Like his shall rise again : 
Christ soon in glory will appear, 
Then we, and these interred here, 

With him o'er death shall ever reign* 

We poor sinners pray. Hear ms, gracious Lord and God! 



* During the singing of this verse, the corpse is laid into the grave. 



LITANY AT BURIALS. No. 1. xxxiii 

And keep us in everlasting fellowship with our broth- 
er (sister) N. N. whose remains we here inter, and with 
the whole church triumphant, and let us once rest with 
him (her) in thy presence from all our labor. Jlmen. 

Our late brother (sister) desired to depart and to be 
with Christ, which is far better; and he (she) shall nev- 
er taste death, but attain unto the resurrection of the 
dead ; for this body, which he (she) hath put off, this 
grain of corruptibility, shall put on incorruption. His 
(her) flesh here rests in hope. 

The Father and the Son, who quicken whom they 
will, and the Spirit of him, who raised up Jesus from 
the dead, will also quicken this body, because the Spirit 
©f God hath dwelt in it. Amen* 

T. 22. Cong. The Saviour's blood and righteousness 
My beauty is, my glorious dress ; 
Thus well array 'd, I need not fear, 
When in his presence I appear. 

None of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to 
himself, for whether we live, we live unto the Lord, and 
whether we die, we die unto the Lord; whether we live 
therefore or die, we are the Lord's; for to this end 
Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might 
be Lord both of the dead and living. 

Blessed and holy is he, that hath part in the first 
resurrection; on such the second death hath no power, 
but they shall be priests of God and of Christ. 

T. 58. Cong. The Spirit and the bride of Christ say : come! 
Let ev'ry one that heareth answer : come ! 
Amen, come, Lord Jesus ! come, we implore thee; 
With longing hearts we now are waiting 1 for thee, 
Come soon, O come ! 

Glory be to Him who is the Resurrection and the Life, 
who vivifieth us as long as we are dying: and after we 
have obtained the true life, doth not suffer us to die any 
more. 



xxxiv LITANY AT BURIALS. No. 2. 

Glory be to Him, in the church which waiteth for 
Him, and in that which is around Him; for ever and 
ever, Amen. 

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, 
and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with us all. 
Amen. 

LITANF AT BURIALS. 

No. 2. 

JLiORD, Have mercy upon us! 

Christ, Have mercy upon us ! 

Lord, Have mercy upon us! 

Christ, Hear us! 

Our Father ', which art in heaven; hallowed be thy 
name; thy kingdom come ; thy will be done on earth, as 
It is in heaven ; give us this day our daily bread ; and 
forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that tres- 
pass against us ; and lead us not into temptation; but 
deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the 
power, and the glory, for ever and ever, Amen. 

O Father, accept us as thy children in thy beloved 
Son, Jesus Christ, who came forth from thee, and came 
into the world, was made flesh, and dwelt among us, 
took on him the form of a servant, and hath redeemed us, 
lost and undone human creatures, from all sin and from 
death, with his holy and precious blood, and with his in- 
nocent suffering and dying; to the end that we should be 
his own, and in his kingdom live under him and serve 
him, in eternal righteousness, innocence, and happiness: 
so as he is risen from the dead, liveth and reigneth world 
without end. 

Therefore, blessed are the dead which die in the 
Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they 
may rest from their labors. 



LITANY AT BURIALS. No. 2. xxxv 

Whosoever liveth and believeth in Christ, shall never 
die, for he is the Resurrection and the Life, and went to 
prepare a place for us, and will come again, and receive 
us unto himself, that where he is, there we may be also. 

Meanwhile none of us liveth to himself, and no man 
dieth to himself, for whether we live, we live unto the 
Lord, and whether we die, we die unto the Lord; whether 
we live therefore or die, we are the Lord's; for to this 
end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he 
might be Lord both of the dead and living. 

Blessed and holy is he, that hath part in the first re- 
surrection; on such the second death hath no power, but 
they shall be priests of God and of Christ. 

O death, where is thy sting? O grave where is thy 
victory? Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory f 
through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

T. 14. Cong. Now to the earth let these remains* 
In hope committed be, 
Until the body chang'd obtains 
Blest immortality. 

We poor sinners pray, Hear ws, gracious Lord and God J 

And keep us in everlasting fellowship with our broth- 
er (sister) (or with this child) N. N. whose remains we 
here inter, and with the whole church triumphant, and 
let us once rest with him (her) in thy presence from all 
our labor. Amen. 

(fAs touching children, Jesus saith: " Suffer little 
children to come unto me, and forbid them not, for of 
such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say unto you, 
whoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little 
child, he shall not enter therein.") 

We desire to depart and to be with Christ, which is 
far better : we shall never taste death : and we shall 



* During" the singing of this verse, the corpse is laid into the grave, 
f To be used only at the burial of a child. 



xxxvi LITANY AT BURIALS. No. 2. 

attain unto the resurrection of the dead ; for the body, 
which we shall put off, this grain of corruptibility, shall 
put on incorruption : our flesh shall rest in hope. 

The Father and the Son, who quicken whom they 
will, and the Spirit of him who raised up Jesus from 
the dead, will also quicken this body, because the Spirit 
of God hath dwelt in it. 

Glory be to Him, who is the Resurrection and the 
Life ! He was dead, and behold He liveth for evermore ! 
And he that believeth in Him, though he were dead, yet 
shall he live. 

Glory be to Him in the church which waiteth for Him, 
and in that which is around Him ; for ever and ever, Jlmen* 

T. 79. Coxe. While here, the great salvation 
Procur'd by Jesus' passion 

Our fav'rite theme shall be; 
By virtue of his merit, 
We shall true life inherit 
In heav'n to all eternity. 

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God^ 
and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with us all. 

Amen. 



COLLECTION OF HYMNS, &c. 



&#W<t#<t& 



I. Of the Word of God. 



1.* T. 119. 

HOLY Lord, :|: 

Holy and almighty Lord! 

Thou who, as the great Creator, 

By all creatures art ador'd; 

Source of universal nature! 

And to man, redeem'd by Jesus' 

Gracious God! :)[: [blood, 

2 Thanks and praise, :jj: 
Lord our God, be ever thine, 
That thy word to us is given, 
Teaching 1 us, with pow'r divine, 
ThattheLord of earth and heaven, 
Everlasting life for us to gain, 
Once was slain. :||: 

3 Day nor night :jj: 

Never let us hold our peace; 
In his blood-bought congregation 
Never shall his praises cease; 
God, as man, made an oblation, 
SufFer'd, bled and dy'd, my soul, 
•Joyful be! :|j: [for thee, 

4 Lord our God, :«: 

May thy precious, saving* word, 
Till our race is here completed, 
Light unto our path afford! 
And, when in thy presence seated, 
We to thee will render, for thy 
Ceaseless praise, : : [grace, 



2* T. 22, 

IjOD's holy word, which ne ? ei* 

shall cease, [peace; 

Proclaimeth pardon, grace and 
Directs to Jesus and his blood, 
And teacheth us the will of God. 

2 As fallen creatures could not 
bear 

The awful voice of God to hear, 
By men the Spirit of the Lord 
Reveal'd God's holy cov'nant 
word. 

3 This sacred word exposeth sin, 
Con vine eth us that we're unclean ; 
Points out the wretched, fallen 

state [great. 

Of all mankind, both small and 

4 It also shews God's boundless 
grace 

Toward the fallen human race, 

Eternal life to ev'ry one 

Who turns to Jesus Christ his Son , 

5 This gospel cheers the poor in 
heart, 

And heav'nly riches doth impart; 
Sets forth the mvst'ryof thecross, 
And that Christ's blood aton'd 
for us: 



A 



Of the Word of God. 



6 It gathers God's elected flock, 
Grounds them on Jesus Christ 

the rock, 
Serves to instruct us and reprove, 
Confirms our hope, inflames our 

love ; 

7 Preserves believers in the faith 
Of Christ and his atoning- death; 
Prompts us to do God's holy will, 
And leads us safe to Salem's hill. 

8 Receive our cordial thanks, O 
Lord, 

For granting us thy holy word; 
O may we thereby guided be, 
Till we in heav'n shall dwell with 
thee! 

3.* T. 84. 

DEAREST Jesus ! we are here, 
By thy word to gain instruction; 
Grant to us an open ear, 
And thy Spirit's manuduction; 
That we, freed from things ter- 
restrial, 
May aspire to joys celestial. 

2 Reason gives no saving light 
Unto fallen human nature; 
But thy Spirit clears our sight, 
Makes the sinner a new creature; 
And by his divine emotion, 
Prompts our hearts to true de- 
votion. 

3 Holy Ghost, eternal God, 
We now humbly ask the favor : 
Shed in all our hearts abroad 
The great loveof God our Saviour: 
Bless our pray'r and meditation, 
And accept our supplication. 

4. T. 106. 

SPIRIT of truth, essential God, 
Who dids t the saints of oldinspire, 
Shed in their hearts thy love a- 
broad, [fire : 

And touch their lips with sacred 
Thou Guide divine, who dost im- 
part [heart! 
The truth to man, instruct each 



2 Most holy and almighty Lord, 
Whose presence fills both earth 

and heav'n, 
May we believe thy written word, 
Which was by inspiration giv'n : 
Thou only canst thyself explain, 
As truth divine, to fallen man. 

3 Come, thou divine Interpreter, 
Our sloth and ignorance thou 

know'st : 
Ah, teach us humbly to revere 
The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 
For all the mercy, truth and grace, 
We in the holy scriptures trace. 

5. T. 22. 

X WAS by an order from, the 

Lord, [word; 

The ancient prophets spoke his 

His Spirit did their tongues inspire. 

And warm'd their hearts with 

heav'nly fire. 

2 O God! mine eyes with pleasure 
look 

On the dear volume of thy book ; 
There my Redeemer's face I see, 
And read his name, who dy'd for 
me. 

3 Let the false raptures of the 
mind 

Be lost and vanish in the wind; 
Here I can fix my hope secure; 
This is thy word, and must endure. 

6.* T. 22. 

JL ORD Jesus, with thy children 

stay 
Till dawn of thy eternal day; 
And let thy glorious gospel light, 
Till then, dispel thegloom of night . 

2 In these degen'rate evil days 
We pray for constancy and grace* 
That we keep pure, most gracious 

Lord, 
Thy holy sacraments and word. 

3 Thy sacred word is all our boast; 
In this thy church can bol dly ttvs i 



Of the Word of God. 



This doth alone to bliss direct; 
All other doctrines we reject. 

4 Lord, from such teachers us 
preserve, [swerve, 

Who from the holy scriptures 
And by false doctrines would de- 
ceive [lieve. 
Those who thee love and thee be- 

5 The cause and glory, Lord, are 
thine ; 

Thy word is pure, and truth divine 
Assist us to rely on thee, 
And keep us thine eternally. 

7.* T. 16. 

Jt 1 ROM the doctrines I'll ne'er 

waver, 
In the holy scriptures stor'd; 
O what sweetness do I savor 
In each sacred cov'nant-word ! 

2 And if I myself examine 
While the book I 'fore me hold, 
To each truth my heart saith Amen, 
One the other doth unfold. 

3 Speak, O Loi-d, thy servant 
heareth 

With deep awe attentively ; 
What thy holy word, declareth, 
Shall my rule and practice be. 

8. T. 22. 

JT AIN would I, dear Redeemer, 

learn, 
Fain what is excellent discern; 
Thy will would search, my duty 

know ; 
O let thy word the secret show ! 

2 Sigh after sigh to thee I send, 
That 1 thy word may comprehend, 
That word, which learnt and un- 
derstood, 

Affords the soul a lasting food. 

3 Let human arts make others 
wise, [rise; 

My learning from the cross shall 
Thy wounds, thy passion, death 

and grave, 
Is all the knowledge that I crave. 



4 With pity view me at thy feet, 
To be instructed, Lord, I wait; 
Here will I lie, nor wish to rise 
Till by thy cross 1 am made wise. 

9. T. 22. 

O HOW I love thy holy word, 
Thy gracious covenant, O Lord! 
It guides me in the peaceful way; 
I'll think upon it all the day. 

2 What are the mines of shining 
wealth, [of health! 

The strength of youth, the bloom 

What are all joys compar'd with 
those 

Thine everlasting word bestows ! 

10. T. 14. 

J ESUS, thy word is my delight ; 
There grace and truth are seen : 
Ah, could I study day and night, 
And meditate therein! 

2 The gospel, as a polish'd glass, 
Thy glory lets us see ; 

And by beholding there thy face 
W r eVe render'd like to thee. 

3 O Lamb of God, the book unseal, 
And to our hearts explain ; 

Let all its life and spirit feel, 
And heav'nly wisdom gain. 

4 That thou for us didst live and 
die, 

Make known to us, dear Lord ; 
To us the promises apply, 
Contained in thy word. 

11. T. 97. 

HERE in thy presence we ap- 
pear, [hear ; 
Lord Jesus Christ, thy word to 
Our wand'ring thoughts and 
hearts incline [vine; 
With thirst t'imbibe thy word di- 
That all our minds drawn from 

this earth to thee, 
May love thee more, and serve 
thee faithfully. 



Of the Fall and Corruption of Man, 



2 God Holy Spirit, now impart 
Thy unction to each longing" heart; 
Us with thy heav'nly light and fire, 
To sing 1 , to pray, and preach in- 
spire ; [shall we 
Thus blest, in spirit and in truth 
Give praise unto the Father, Son, 
and Thee. 

12.* T. 58. 

JMoST gracious God; to thee 

we render praise, 
Since thy blest word, replete with 

truth and grace, 
Teacheth us to know thee and 

seek thy favor; 
To us it proveth a life-giving 1 savor, 
Through Jesus Christ. 

13.* T. gr. 

(xIYE us thy Spirit, Lord, that 
With gladness and humility, [we, 



The holy scriptures may believe, 
And with a grateful heart receive, 
As thy own word, to make us tru- 
ly wise, 
And not as man's invention or de* 
vice. 

14.* T. 83. 

O WHAT peace divinely sweet 
Fills my soul, when I've the favor 
To sit down at Jesus' feet, 
And his gracious words to savor ! 
Then I open heart and ear; 
What he saith finds entrance there, 

15.* T. 11. 

iiET the splendor of thy word 
Light unto our path afford; 
That we in thy truth and grace 
May proceed throughout our race. 



IT. Of the Fall and Corruption of J/«w, and his Re- 
demption bij Christ. 



16.* T. 212. 

WlIEN Adam fell, the frame 
entire 

Of nature was infected; 

The source, whence came the poi- 
son dire, 

Was not to be corrected, 

Hut by God's grace, which saves 
our race 

From mis'ry and destruction; 

The fatal lust, indulg'd at first, 

Brought death as its production. 

2 Bv one man's guilt we were en- 

slav'd 
To sin, death, and the devil; 
But by another's grace aresav'd, 
Through faith, from all this evil: 
And as we all, by Adam's fall, 
AVere sentenced to perdition; 
So for us hath Christ by Ids death 
1 1 chained life's fruition. 



3 Since Godbestow'dhis only Son 
On his rebellious creature, 

To save our souls, which were 

undone, 
And free our sinful nature 
From shame and guilt, by his 

blood spilt, 
His death and resurrection ; 
Do not delay ! make sure this day, 
Thy calling and election. 

4 I send my cries unto the Lord, 
My heart implores this favor, 
To grant me of his living word 
A never-failing savor; 

That sin and shame may lose their 

claim 
To hinder my salvation ; 
In Christ the scope of all my hope, 
I fear no condemnation. 

5 His word's a lamp unto my feet; 
My soul's best information ; 



and his Redemption by Christ. 



My surest guide and path to meet 
Eternal consolation; [peur, 

This light, where-e'er it doth ap- 
Revealeth Christ our Saviour 
Unto the lost, who firmly trust 
In him alone for ever. 

17.* T. 132. 

OUR whole salvation doth de- 
pend 

On God's free grace and spirit; 

All our best works can ne'er de- 
fend 

A boast in our own merit; 

Derived is our righteousness 

From Christ and his atoning 

He is our Mediator. [grace; 

2 Who can maintain the bold 
conceit, 

That fallen man is able [light 
T'observe by means of nat'ral 
The first and second table! 
The Lord a feigned work abhors ; 
Mere fleshincreasethbutthe curse 
Of our entail' d corruption. 

3 The law cry'd, "justice must 
be done, 

Or man dobm'd to damnation ;" 
But Mercy sent th' eternal Son, 
Who purchas'd our salvation, 
Fulfill'd the law in its extent, 
And gave its wrath a thorough 

vent, 
To spare the sons of Adam. 

4 Christ, having all the law ful- 
fill'd, [sion, 

Through his blest cross and pas- 
Is now the Rock whereon we build 
Our faith and whole salvation: 
We call him Lord our Righteous- 
ness, [and grace, 
Whose death hath purchas'd life 
And ransom'd us for ever. 

5 Thelawreveal'd sin's sinfulness, 
Enhanc'dthe accusation; 

The gospel tenders saving grace, 
To sinners consolation, 
Hids all lay hold on Jesus' cross ; 

A 



The law could ne'er retrieve our 

loss, 
Ev'n with our best performance. 

6 True faith, by Jesus in us 

wrought, 
By works is manifested; 
That faith is empty, which is not 
By works of love attested : 
Yet faith alone us justifies ; 
Love to our neighbour but implies 
We are sincere believers. 

18.* T. 166. 

WHEN the due time had takeu 

place, 
God look'd upon the sons of men, 
Saw them a sinful, cursed race, 
Perverse, polluted and unclean : 
Then Jesus came to set us free, 
Andfor our guilt to shedhis blood, 
His death procur'd our liberty, 
And reconcil'd us unto God. 

2 Our Lordnowcalleth constantly : 
" Come, sinners, come to me and 

live ; 
Surrender ye yourselves to me, 
Repenting sinners I receive : 
My life I freely gave for you ; 
Now all your wants I will supply, 
Yea, pardon, rest, and life bestow; 
O turn to me, why will ye die : ; ' 

3 Sinners, attend to Jesus' voice ; 
He is the Lord our Righteousness : 
Mourn not, but in his name rejoice, 
Accept of his redeeming grace : 
He fills the hungry soul with good, 
The thirsty heart may take its fill; 
He guides us in the narrow road 
That leads to Salem's blessed hill. 

4 Ah! come, Lord Jesus, hear our 
pray'r, [high ! 

Thou worthy Son of God most 
We humbly ask: our souls prepare, 
That we may to thy mercy fly ; 
That we may all believe on thee, 
And on thy flesh and blood may 

feed, 
True members of thy body be, 
For ever join 9 d to thee owr Head 



Of the Fall and Corruption of Man, 



49.* T. 89. 

AN thine image, Lord, thou 

mad'st me, 
Gav'st me being- out of love; [me 
Though I fell, yet thou hast sent 
Full redemption from above : 
Sacred Love, I long to be 
Thine to all eternity. 

2 Love! before I life obtained 
I was chose to bliss by thee: 
Thou, O God, hast not disdained 
To become a man like me; 
Love almighty and divine! 

I would be for ever thine. 

3 Love! who hast for me endured 
Keenest pains of death and hell, 
Love! whose sufferings have pro- 
cured 

More for me than tongue can tell, 
Sacred Love, &c. 

4 Love! my Life, and my Salva- 
tion, 

Light and Truth, eternal Word! 
Thou alone dost consolation 
To my sinking soul afford. 
Love almighty, &c. 

5 Love! thy yoke I gladly carry, 
It is easy, gentle, light; 

Grant that I may ne'er be weary 
Thee to serve with all my might. 
Sacred Love, &c. 

6 Love! who interced'st in heaven 
For my soul when I'm opprest, 
Bear'st my worthless name en- 
graven 

Upon thy high-priestly breast, 
Love almighty, &c. 

7 Love! thou me wilt raise to 
glory 

From the grave, the bed of dust, 
And as conqu'ror placebefore thee 
Crown'd with bliss amongthe just. 
Sacred Love ! I long to be 
Thine to all eternity. 



20.* T. 590. 

1 HE true good Shepherd, God's 
own Son 

From all eternity, [throne 

Urg'd by his love, exchang'd his 
For human misery ; [stray 

His wand'ring sheep gone far a- 
He sought with pungent pain, 
And did for all a ransom pay 
To bring them home again. 

2 One of those sheep, in deserts 

lost, 
Art thou, my sin-sick soul; 
His life it hath the Shepherd cost 
To save and make thee whole ; 
Now hear his voice with gratitude, 
Call on his saving name ; [blood, 
For thee he shed his precious 
And now his own doth claim. 

21. T. 79. 

1 IIOU holy, spotless Lamb of 
God! [abode, 

Didst leave thy glorious, blest 

In love to sinners vile, 

To bleed for fallen Adam's race, 

Who were accurs'd, unclean and 
base, 

Entangled fast by Satan's guile. 

2 Thou, for their sake who hated 
thee, [tree, 

Didst shed thy blood upon the 
Thy life for ours didst give; 
Thou bar's t our curse; our debt 

was paid, 
Thy soul for sin an orf'ringmade, 
Thou dy'dst, that we with thee 

might live. 

3 Thus hast thou bought us with 
thy blood, 

That price accepted was by God; 
With him we are at peace; 
Xo wrath remains on any one, 
Who will but come unto the Son, 
Take and put on his righteousness . 

4 Never may I depart from thee ; 
Thou hast procur'd my liberty, 
Thanks to thy boundless grace! 



and his Redemption by Christ. 



Thy wounds, whereon I trust by 

faith, 
My refuge are from sin and death, 
My feeble soul's abiding-place. 

22. T. 22. 

CrlYE thanks that Jesus Christ 

hath bled 
Upon the cross in Adam's stead, 
And freed us from th' unhappy 

fall; 
Thank him for this, ye sinners all ! 

2 Thanks, that he by his death 
and cross, [loss; 

Hath sav'd us and res tor' d our 

Thanks, that by his most precious 

blood, [good. 

All that was spoil'd is now made 

3 Permit me therefore thee to^ 
praise, [lays, 

O Lamb of God, with grateful 
For all the pain thou didst endure, 
For me salvation to procure. 

4 O let me by the Spirit's light 
Thy cross's myst'ry know aright, 
That I on thee my faith may place, 
Till I shall see thee face to face. 

23.* T. 221. 

i E bottomless depths of God's 

infinite love, 
In Jesus Christ to us reveaPd ! 
Its motions how burning, how 

flaming they prove! 
Though from man's wisdom quite 

conceal'd. 
Whom dost thou love? Sinners, 

the vilest race; 
Whom dost thou bless ? Children, 

who scorn'd thy grace ; 
O Being most gracious ! whom 

angels adore, 
Thou takest delight in the worth- 
less and poor. 

2 Our thirsting can never, O mer- 
ciful God, 
Extend as far as doth thy grace; 



On us thou more blessings and 
love hast bestow'd, 

Than stripes deserv'd our tres- 
passes; 

O teach us to trust thy fidelity, 

And closely united with Christ 
to be, 

The Spirit's kind teachings in all 
things to prove, 

Yea, live to thy honor, thee serve, 
praise and love. 

3 We pray thee, O Being most 
gracious and mild, [now, 

Instruct our minds and teach us 
So that in Immanuel, thine image 
and child, [know. 

How great thy name is, we may 
Ah ! shew us how easy it is to bear 
Thy yoke, and to trust thy pater- 
nal care, 
That till the short period of this 

life shall end, 
Our faith and our love may the 
Author commend. 

24!. T. 14. 

JH.OW sad our state by nature is! 
Our sin how deep it stains ! 
How Satan binds our captive souls 
Fast in his slavish chains ! 

2 But there's a voice of sov'reign 
grace 

Sounds from the sacred word; 
" Ho! ye despairing sinners, come, 
Believe in Christ the Lord." 

3 My soul, obey the gracious call, 
And haste to gain relief; 

I would believe thy promise, Lord! 
O help my unbelief ! 

4 To the dear fountain of thy 
Incarnate God! I fly: [blood, 
Here let me wash my spotted soul 
From crimes of deepest dye. 

5 A guilt}', weak and helpless 
Into thy arms I fall: [worm, 
Be thou my strength and right- 
eousness, 

My Jesus, and my All. 



Of the Pall and Redemption of Man. 



25. T. 582. 

J\ OT one of Adam's race, 

If in the balance try'd, [ness, 

Can, by his works of righteous - 

'Fore God be justify'd. 

The works which we have done 

Are all, alas ! unclean ; 

But we are sav'd by faith alone, 

And cleans'd thereby from sin. 

2 Ye sinners, who with grief 
Your condemnation feel, 
Look up to Jesus for relief, 
And to his blood appeal : 
God gave his only Son, 
That sinners, who believe, 
Might not be lost, but be his own, 
And in his kingdom live. 

26. T. 14. 

I> WITH the fallen human race, 
Lay welt'ring in my blood; 
Cover'd with shame and deep dis- 
grace, 
And banish" d far from God. 

2 The loving Jesus passing* by, 
His bowels yearn'd to see 

Me wretched sinner helpless lie 
In deepest misery. 

3 Inclin'd to me in tenderness, 
My soul he would relieve 
From all its mis'ry and distress, 
He said, " Arise, and live." 

4 He wash'd away my ev'ry stain, 
And cleans'd me in his blood ; 
Deck'd me with righteousness di- 
vine, 

And brought me nigh to God. 

5 My heart no condemnation fears, 
Nor hell, nor Satan dreads, 
Christ as the mercy-seat appears, 
His blood my pardon pleads. 

6 Against the fiercest pow'rs of 
hell, 

He is my strength and shield; 
Within his wounds I safely dwell; 
He fights, I win the field. 



7 Since he became my sacrifice, 
My bonds and chains he broke ; 
Now to my willing neck he ties 
His soft and easy yoke. 

8 A pardon'd sinner I remain, 
But sin its pow'r hath lost, 

Sin still I have, but grace doth 
Mercy is all my boast. [reign, 

9 Arise, O happy soul, rejoice, 
In endless happiness ; 

Open to thee is paradise, 
Go in, and take thy place. 

27. T. 22. 

JLd ORD, lam vile, conceiv'd in sin, 
And born unholy and unclean; 
Sprung from the man whose guil- 
ty fall [all. 
Corrupts his race, and taints us 

2 Soon as we draw our infant 
breath 

The seeds of sin engender death; 
The law demands a perfect heart, 
But we're defil'd in ev'ry part. 

3 O God! create my heart anew, 
And form my spirit pure and true; 
O make me wise betimes to see 
My dang-er and my remedy. 

4 Behold, I fall before thy face; 
My only refuge is thy grace : 

No outward forms can make me 

clean, 
The leprosy lies deep within. 

5 My sin I feel, my guilt I know, 
Thy blood can make me white as 

snow; [voice, 

Lord, let me hear thy pard'ning 
Andmakemy broken heart rejoice. 

28. T. 22. 

TV HEN justice did demand its 
due, [strife, 

And sins increas'd the dreadful 
My Saviour to my succor flew, 
And by obedience bought my life. 

2 My ransom from thepow'rof sin 
Could not be paid on other term?-. 



Of the Incarnation and Birth of Jesus Christ. 9 



Run, hide thyself, my soul, within 
Thy bleeding* Saviour's out- 
stretch' d arms. 

3 When law condemns, and justice 

cries 
For dreadful vengeance without 

end, 
To Jesus then I turn my eyes ; 
He tells me, he will stand my 

friend. 

4 God on these terms is reconcil'd, 
And I his gracious heart have won: 
Now I am deem'd his favor'dchild, 
In Jesus his beloved Son. 

5 What can be laid unto my 
charge ? 

When God saith, u Freely I for- 
give!" 
Tlio' Satan on my crimes enlarge, 
Christ saith, I shall not die, but 
live. 

6 The curses which the law of God 
Pronounc'do'er me, he freely bore; 
I'm now, by faith in Jesus' blood, 
Acquitted of sin's dreadful score. 

7 Away then doubts and anxious 
fears ! 

Be silent all my needless sighs ! 
My Saviour wipes away my tears, 
O'er sin and deathlconqu'ror rise. 

8 Jesus ! be endless praise to thee ! 
Let sinners loud thy lauds pro- 
claim ! 

Ofoldtheirsinscouldpardon'dbe, 
And Jesus always is the same. 



29. T. 580. 

A. RISE, ye who are captive led, 
Complain no more, for Christ, ottr 

Head, 
From sin can set you free : 
Redemption Jesus freely gives, 
Repenting sinners he receives, 
He came to save both thee and me. 

2 He meekly all our sorrows bore, 
Us fallen sinners to restore 

To life and liberty: 
For us he surFer'd deep distress, 
Was without form or comeliness ; 
O depth of love ! O mystery ! 

3 Th' almighty Judge condemned 
was, [cause; 

That he by death might gain our 
The Prince of life was slain : 
And since he suffer'd in our stead, 
We need no condemnation dread, 
Eternal life in him we gain. 

4 The Holy One, made sin for us, 
Was nail'dto the accursed cross, 
And shed his precious blood ; 
Thus he obtain'd a righteousness 
For all who mourn for pard'ning 

grace ; [God ! 

Thro' Jesus we have peace with 

5 Rejoice, O heav'ns, and earth 
reply ! [sky, 

With praise, ye sinners, fill the 
All grace his death procures ; 
Your woes to blessings he will 

change, 
You in his children's order range, 
Thro' him eternal life is yours. 



III. Of the Incarnation and Birth of Jesus Christ 
T. 97. 



30. 

JeSUS, th' almighty Son of God, 
Takes up with mortals his abode; 
He who was sworn to Abraham, 
Who ever was and is the same, 
Came in due time and mysteries 
reveal'd, 



Which from the world's founda- 
tion were conceal'd. 

2 We, dead in sins and trespasses, 
The narrow way to life and peace 
Had neither will norpow'r to find; 
Nor were our stubborn hearts in* 
clin'd 



iO Of the Incarnation and Birth of Jesus Christ. 



To wish, or ask, that happiness 

to know, [bestow. 

Which love alone on sinners could 

3 Then Love brake forth, " Be- 
hold me still 

" Prepar'd, O God, to do thy will ! 
M i freely come, I freely die, 
u For guilty man to satisfy; 
" I in his stead will hang" upon 

the tree, 
" From sin, and death, and hell 

to set him free." 

4 And thus, to save our souls from 
guilt, [spilt; 

Our Surety's precious blood was 
The sins of all on him were laid, 
And he for all hath fully paid : 
Kow God, as children, freely will 
receive [believe. 

Repenting sinners who in Christ 

5 Out of mere grace unmerited, 
Salvation showers on our head ; 
Because the Lamb was crucify' d, 
Because the Lord of glory dy'd, 
Are we invited to receive a crown, 
Before the world was made or- 
dain 'd our own. 

31.* T. 22. 

A O God we render thanks and 
praise, 
Who pity'd mankind's fallen race, 
And gave his dear and only Son, 
That us, as children, he might own . 

2 What grace, what great benev- 
olence ! [sense ! 

What love, surpassing human 
For this great work, no angel can 
Him duly praise, much less a man. 

3 The Word eternal did assume 
Our flesh and blood, and man be- 
come ; [see 

The First and Last with wonder 
Partake of human misery. 

4 He came so seek and save the 
lost; [cost, 

We sinn'd, and he would bear the 



That we might share eternal blia#; 
O what unbounded love was this ! 

5 For what is all the human race, 
That God should show such 

matchless grace, 
To give his Son, that we might 

claim 
Life everlasting in his name. 

6 How wretched they who still 
despise 

Jesus, the Pearl of greatest price ! 
Such as neglect to hear his voice, 
Must perish by their own free 
choice. 

7 Unhappy those who turn away, 
Or such as carelessly delay 

To meet their Saviour, tho' he 

came 
Their souls from mis'ry to reclaim. 

8 Come, sinners, Jesus will re- 
ceive [live ! 

The worst of sinners ; come and 
" I'll dwell with you," our Sa- 
viour saith ; [faith. 
Receive him in your hearts by 

9 Your crimes and self-made ho- 
liness, 

Your carnal reason and distress 
Give up, and trust to Christ alone, 
Who did for all your sins atone. 

10 Thus sav'dby God's unbound- 
ed grace, [praise, 

You'll humbly render thanks and 
With all the num'rous ransom'd 

host, 
To Father, Son, and Holy Ghost ! 

32. T. 590. 

BEHOLD, to us a Child is born, 

To us a Son is giv'n ; 

Unto the wretched and forlorn, 

Descends the Lord from heav'n i 

The promis'd seed, Immanuel, 

The everlasting God, 

Comes down to save from death 

and hell 
Poor sinners by his blood. 



Of the Incarnation and Birth of Jesus Christ. 11 



2 Great is the hidden mystery 
That God became a man ! 

He had, from all eternity, 

In mercy form'd a plan 

To save from mis'ry and distress 

The fallen human race ; 

And now the Sun of Righteousness 

His healing beams displays. 

3 The Father lov'd us as his own, 
Tho' we from him hadstray'd, 
And freely gave his only Son 

To suffer in our stead. 
The Son, in love to us, declar'd : 
° I come to do God's will ;" 
And in this fallen world appear'd, 
His counsel to fulfil. 

4 The Holy Ghost had long fore- 
That Jesus should appear ; [told 
And thus the patriarchs of old 
Did his salvation share : 

Of him blest Mary did conceive 
The holy child she bore : 
And he instructs us to believe 
In Christ, and him adore. 

5 Thus Father, Son, and Holy 
In this decree are one, [Ghost, 
To save us sinners, vile and lost, 
By Jesus Christ the Son : 

The Father's love we plainly trace 
In Christ th' incarnate God ; 
What we possess of life and grace 
The Spirit hath bestow'd. 

6 Come, sinners, view th' incar- 
nate Word, 

Who us and all things made ; 
This helpless Babe is Christ the 

Lord, 
Though in a manger laid. 
For us to die is Jesus born, 
Adore his saving name, 
Rej oice, rej oice ! for all that mourn 
May his salvation claim. 

33.* T. 101. 

JtXOW shall I meet my Saviour ? 
How shall I welcome thee ? 
What manner of behaviour 
Is now requir'd of me ? 



1 wait for thy salvation, 
Grant me thy Spirit's light. 
Thus will my preparation 
Be pleasing in thy sight. 

2 While with her fragrant flowers 
Thy Zion strews thy way, 

I'll raise with all my powers 
To thee a grateful lay : 
I'll thee, the King of glory, 
For thy great goodness praise, 
And thankfully adore thee 
Throughout my future days. 

3 What hast thou not performed 
From death to rescue me ! 
While I was so deformed 

By sin and misery ; 
Fair gifts of my creation 
Quite lost, made me despair ; 
But thy blest incarnation 
Brought my redemption near. 

4 I lay in fetters groaning, 
Thou cam'st to set me free ; 
My shame I was bemoaning, 
With grace thou clothedst me ; 
Thou raisedst me to glory, 
Endowedst me with bliss, 
Which is not transitory. 

As worldly grandeur is . 

5 Love caus'd thy incarnation, 
Love brought thee down to me ! 
Thy thirst for my salvation 
Procur'd my liberty : 

O Love beyond all measure ! 
Wherewith thou dost embrace 
Mankind, 'midst all that pressure 
Which since the fall takes place. 

6 No sinful man's endeavor, 
Nor any mortal's care, 
Could draw his sov'reign favor 
To sinners in despair ; 
Uncall'd, he comes with gladness 
Us from the fall to raise, 

And change our grief and sadness 
To songs of joy and praise. 

7 Be not cast down, nor frighted 
At sin, though e'er so great ; 

No ! Jesus is delighted 
The greatest to remit : 



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He comes, repenting sinners 
With life and love to crown, 
And make them happy winners 
Of glory like his own. 

34.* T. 50. 

J ESUS, all praise is due to thee, 
That thou wast pleas'd a man to 
be ! [pow'r, 

O'ershadow'd by the Spirit's 
A virgin thee conceiv'd and bore. 
Hallelujah! 

2 The son of God, who fram'd 
the skies, 

Now humbly in a manger lies ; 
He, who the earth's foundations 

laid, 
A helpless infant now is made. 
Hal. 

3 Th' eternal and almighty God 
Assumes our feeble flesh and 

blood ; [dwell, 

He deigns with sinful men to 
Is God with us, Immanuel. Hal. 

4 He is the Sun of righteousness, 
Which riseth with resplendent 

grace, [night, 

And doth dispel sin's gloomy 
That we may share his saving 

light. Hal. 

5 To grant us pardon, peace and 
rest, 

He in this world became a guest, 
And open'd, thro' himself, the 

way 
To life and everlasting day. Hal . 

6 For therefore poor on earth he 
came, 

That we might all his riches claim, 

To make us heirs of glory bright, 

With all the ransom'd saints in 

light. Hal. 

7 For us these wonders hath he 
wrought [thought : 

To show his love, surpassing 
Then let us all unite to sing 
Praise to our Saviour, God and 
King. Hallelujah! 



33.* T. 137. 

JilSE, my soul, shake off all 

sadness, 
Christ is near — thee to cheer; 
Angels sing with gladness: 
Unto you is born a Saviour 
On this day; — don't delay 
To accept God's favor. 

2 Our eternal, kind Creator 
Leaves his own — glorious throne, 
And assumes our nature : 
From perdition full exemption 
To procure, — and endure 
Death for our redemption. 

3 O th' amazing demonstration 
Of his love, — which we prove 
By his incarnation ! 

If mankind by him were loathed, 
How could he — deign to be 
With our nature clothed ? 

4 See your Saviour in a manger j 
'Midst his own, — yet unknown. 
Treated like a stranger ; 
Tended by an earthly mother : 
Him believe,-— and receive, 

He is Christ your Brother ! 

5 Lo ! he in the manger lieth ; 
Full of grace,-^truth and peace, 
Sweetly thus he crieth : 

" Cease, my brethren, now from 

grieving, 
Anxiousness — and distress ; 
Your loss I'm retrieving." 

6 Ye that feel quite poor and 
needy, 

Come, who will, — take your fill, 
All things now are ready : 
He is come to be your Saviour, 
Full of love, — to remove 
Guilt and curse for ever. 

7 Jesus, hear my supplication, 
Grant me graces — to embrace 
Thee as my salvation;: 

Then like Simeon, (O what favor ! ) 
I desire — to retire 
Hence in peace for ever. 



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36. T. 166. 
INFINITE Source, whence all 

did spring", [Lord, 

Thou of all things the Head and 
Thou mighty and eternal King, 
Who art in heav'n and earth a- 

dor'd, [contain, 

Thou, whom the heav'ns cannot 
Didst deign to leave thy throne 

above, 
To be an infant poor and mean : 

myst'ry deep 1 O boundless love! 

2 The cause of this, I know it 
well, [woe ; 

Was thy great love and my great 

1 was an heir of death and hell, 
This prompted thee to stoop so 

low ; 
My mis 'ry mov' d the Go d of grace, 
Who in the Father's bosom lay, 
When the due time had taken place 
His deep compassion to display. I 

3 What off'ring shall I bring to 
thee, 

Immanuel, my King and God! 
Thou, who vouchsaf 'st a man to 

be, 
To save me by thy precious blood; 
Thou, to whom angels praises sing, 
" Peace upon earth, good will to 

men;" 
To whom the sages humbly bring 
Their gifts, tho' thou appear so 

mean. 

4 This will 1 do, thou Child divine! 
I'll give thee that for which thou 

cam'st! 
My soul and body, Lord, are thine, 
And them in love to me thcu 

claim'st. 
My humble sacrifice receive, 
Dear Jesus ! born to bleed for me, 
That I by faith in thee might live, 
And with thee live eternally. 

37. T. 58. 

vi COME and view the greatest 

mystery ! ' [seas and sky, 

He who made ajl the world, the 



Now is born an infant : the virgin 

Mary, [doth carry. 

Upon her arms, the Lord of hosts 

A feeble child. 

2 He who prepar'd for ev'ry bird 
a nest, [to rest, 

And gave the foxes holes wherein 
Poverty endured, became a stran- 
ger [a manger 
In his own world; then rested in 
The Lord of all ! 

3 But why was Jesus born in pov- 
erty ? [lie ? 

Why did our Maker in a manger 
'Twas that he might purchase 

life and salvation, 
And gain for us a glorious habi- 
tation In realms of bliss. 

4 O Jesus Christ, thou onlv holy 
child, 

How canst thou show such love 

to sinners spoiPd ! 
But since thou thus lovest, we 

now adore thee, 
We humbly praise thy name and 

bow before thee. Hallelujah! 

5 Thy sacred meritorious infancy 
Our crown and everlasting glory 

be ! [us estranged, 

From world, sin and Satan, keep 
Till we shall once around thy 

throne be ranged 

For evermore. 

38. T. 590. 

\j OME, ye redeemed of the Lord, 
Your grateful tribute bring, 
And celebrate, with one accord, 
The birth of Christ our King" : 
Let us with humble hearts repair 
(Faith will point out the road) 
To little Bethlehem, and there 
Adore th' incarnate God. 

2 All glory to ImmanuePs name 
The choirs of angels sing ; 
Gladly these heralds peace pro- 
claim, 
Peace from our God and King • 



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Well might the shepherds haste 

away 
This wond'rous Babe to see ; 
Well might the sages homage pay, 
Before him bow the knee. 

3 We too have reason to rejoice, 
When we this myst'ry view, 
That God assum'd our flesh and 
O wonder ever new! [blood. 

We humbly in the dust adore ; 
Lord, who is like to thee ! 
That thou, vile sinners to restore, 
Hast deign'd a man to be. 

39. T. 126. 

SlNNERS, with adoration 
Keceive this wond'rous Child, 
Who came and brought salvation, 
Th' eternal Father styl'd : 
Behold him with our nature drest, 
Divested of his glory, 
In his own world a guest. 

2 With his blest incarnation 
His glorious work began, 

A needful preparation 
For his whole future plan ; 
Had not his body been prepar'd, 
He never could have suffer 'd, 
Nor we his nature shar'd. 

3 Behold! laid in a manger, 
The Ancient of all days ; 
Upon this heav'nly Stranger 
With awe and rev'rence gaze ; 
He, who the world's foundation 

laid, 
Must now be fed and nourish'd 
By creatures whom he made. 

4 Though to his boundless mercy 
No limits can be set, 

Yet without controversy 

The mystery is great ; 

Angels into its depths can't pry, 

'Tis great, immense, stupendous ; 

Jehovah, born to die ! 

40.* T. 169. 

A RISE, my spirit, bless the day 
Whereon the ages' Sire 



A Child became ; thy homage pay, 
Receive him with desire. 
This is the night in which he came, 
Was born, and put on human 

frame, 
Us sinners to deliver 
From sin and death for ever. 

2 Welcome, thou Source of ev'ry 
O Jesus, King of glory ! [good, 
Welcome, thrice welcome, Lamb 

of God, 
To this world transitory ! 
In grateful hymns thy name I'll 

praise, [my days ; 

With heart and voice throughout 
For thy blest incarnation 
Procured my salvation. 

3 Ah Jesus ! thy unworthy bride 
Deserved to be loathed, 

And yet thou hast her to thyself 
Upon the cross betrothed : 
Her portion had been infamy, 
Eternal shame and misery, 
Hadst thou not left thy glory : 
Who can enough adore thee ! 

4 O lovely Infant ! thou art full 
Of grace above all measure ; 
Thou art more precious to my 
Than ev'ry other treasure : [soul 
Come, Jesus, come, abide with me, 
O let my heart thy dwelling be ; 
Then I, without cessation, 
Shall joy in thy salvation. 

41. T. 580. 

A.LL glory be to God on high! 
Ye sons of Adam, fill the sky 
With praise and thankfulness ; 
God, mov'd by everlasting love, 
Decreed with his dear Son above, 
A sinful world to save and bless. 

2 Stand still, and see what God 

hath done ; 
His only and beloved Son 
For us he freely gave ; 
For us, and for the num'rous race 
Of cursed sinners vile and base ! 
Yea, ev'n the worst he came to 

save. 



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3 He as a poor mean Child was 

born, 
His birth no palace did adorn, 
A manger was his bed ; 
Look, look upon this rising Sun, 
Till tears of love your eyes o'er- 

run : " [Head. 

This lovely babe is Christ our 

42. T. 11. 

WHAT good news the angels 

bring ! 
What glad tidings of our King ! 
Christ the Lord is born to-day, 
Christ, who takes our sins away. 

2 He who rules both heav'n and 
earth, 

Hath in Bethlehem his birth ; 
Him shall all the faithful see, 
And rejoice eternally. 

3 Lift your hearts and voices high, 
With hos annas fill the sky : 
Glory be to God above, 

Who is infinite in love ! 

4 Peace on earth, good will to 
men ! 

Now with us our God is seen : 
Angels join his name to praise, 
Help to sing redeeming grace. 

5 Jesus is the loveliest name ; 
This the angel doth proclaim ; 
Sinners poor he came to save, 
They in him redemption have. 

6 They who see themselves un- 
done, 

And take refuge to the Son, 
They shall all be born again, 
And with him in glory reign. 



43." 



T. 11. 



ALL the world give praises due! 
God is faithful, God is true : 
He to man doth comfort send 
In his Son, the sinners' Friend. 

2 What the fathers wish'd of old, 
What the promises foretold, 



What the seers did prophesy, 
Is fulfill'd most gloriously. 

3 My Salvation, welcome be ! 
Thou, my Portion, praise to thee! 
Come, and make thy blest abode 
In my heart, O Son of God ! 

4 Grant thy comforts to my mind, 
Since I'm helpless, poor and blind; 
O may I in faith abide 

Thine, and never turn aside. 

5 Jesus, when in majesty 
Thou shalt come my judge to be, 
Grant in grace that I may stand 
Justify'd at thy right hand. 

44.* T. 22. 

ImMANUEL, to thee we sing, 
Thou Prince of life, almighty 

King, 
That thou, expected ages past, 
Didst come to visit us at last. 

2 Thou, Lord, tho' heav'n belongs 
to thee, 

On earth a stranger deign'st to be, 

Thou clothest all, yet wear'st a 

dress [press. 

Which doth the poorest state ex- 

3 Thou dost a mother's nursing 
need, 

Who dost the whole creation feed; 
Thou, who control'st the sea and 

wind, 
In swaddling clothes art now con- 

fin'd. 

4 On wither'd grass reclines thy 
head, 

A wretched manger is thy bed : 
Tho' thou appear'st among thine 

own, 
No kindness unto thee is shown. 

5 I thank thee, gracious Lord, 
that thou 

On my account didst stoop so low: 
O that my words, my works and 

ways 
May all proclaim thy matchless 

praise ! 



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43.* T. 22. 

C HRIST, whom the virgin Mary 

bore, 
We all with humble hearts adore; 
O might all nations, tribes and 

tongues, 
To our Immanuel raise their songs. 

2 God, who to all things being 
gave, 

The fallen human race to save, 
Assum'd our feeble flesh and 

blood, 
And for our debt as Surety stood. 

3 lie who the wants of all sup- 
plies, 

Xow in a manger helpless lies, 
He, who the whole creation feeds, 
An earthly mother's nursing needs . 

4 The angels at his birth rejoice, 
And sing his praise with cheerful 

voice, [born, 

The shepherds, hearing Christ is 
To Jesus, our chief Shepherd, turn. 

5 Thanks to the Father now be 
giv'n, [heav'n : 

Who sent liis Son to us from 
Thanks to the Son who saves the 

lost, 
Thanks to our Guide the Holy 

Ghost. 

46.* T. 22. 

A O-DAY we celebrate the birth 
Of Jesus Christ, who came on 

earth, 
Man as his property to claim, 
And from perdition to redeem. 

2 Awake, my heart ! my soul, re- 
joice ! 

Look, who in yonder manger lies ! 

Who is that Child, so poor and 

mean ? [tain. 

'Tis he, who all things doth sus- 

3 Welcome, O welcome, noble 
Guest ! 

Who sinners not despised hast, 



But cam'st into our misery ; 
How shall we pay due thanks to 
thee ? 

4 Immanuel, incarnate God, 
Prepare my heart for thy abode i 
O may I, through thy aiding* grace, 
In all I do, shew forth thy prake. 

47. T. 16. 

CHRIST the Lord, the Lord 

most glorious, 
Xow is born ; O shout aloud ! 
Man by him is made victorious ; 
Praiseyour Saviour, hail your God! 

2 Praise the Lord, for on us shi- 
neth 

Christ the Sun of righteousness; 
He to us in love inclineth, 
Cheers our souls with pard'ning- 
grace. 

3 Praise the Lord, whose saving 
splendor 

Shines into the darkest night ; 
O what praises shall we render 
For this never-ceasing light ! 

4 Praise the Lord, God our Sal- 
vation, 

Praise him, who retriev'd our loss; 
Sing with awe and love's sensation: 
Hallelujah, God with cs I 

48. T. 585. 

liAIL, thou wond'rous infant 

stranger, 
Born, lost Eden to regain ; 
Welcome in thy humble manger ! 
Welcome to thy creature man ! 
Hail Immanuel :|: thou who wast 

ere time began. 

2 Say, ye blest seraphic legions, 
What thus brought your Maker 

down ? [gions, 

Sav, why did he leave your re- 
Why forsake his heav'nly throne ? 
Notes melodious :J|: tell the cause : 

" Good will to man." 



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3 We this ofFer'd favor needed, 
Hence we j oin your theme with j oy ; 
We by none will be exceeded, 
While we laud this mystery ; 
And with wonder :[: God incar- 
nate glorify. 

49. T. 22. 

MAKER of all things, Lord our 
God, [blood, 

Now veil'd in feeble flesh and 
To reconcile and set us free 
From endless woe and misery ; 

2 What heights, what depths of 

love divine 
In thy blest incarnation shine! 
Let heav'n and earth unite their 

lays, 
To magnify thy boundless grace. 

50. T. 14. 

HoSANNA to the royal Son 
Of David's apxient line ! 
iBs Matures two, his person one, 
Mysterious and divine. 

2 The root of David here we find, 
And offspring is the .same,; 
Eternity and time are join'd 

In our Immanuel's name. 

3 Blest He that comes to wretch- 
ed men 

With peaceful news from heav'n ! 
Hosannas, in the highest strain^ 
To Christ the Lord be giv'n ! 

51. T. 155. 

CHRIST, the sov'reign Lord of 
all, 

Was a Babe laid in a manger, 

A poor Stranger ; 

'Midst the people styl'd his own 

Quite unknown ; 

In the world, which he created, 

Disavow'd, despis'd and hated ; 

Him our Lord and God we own. 

2 Othou Day-springfrom on high! 
When we, lost in deepest wonder, 

B 



Duly ponder 

On thy love in coming down 

From thy throne, 

To save sinners from damnation, 

For thy love and great compassion, 

Thee we praise, thank and adore. 

52.* T. 14. 

A WOND'ROUS change Christ 

with us makes ; 
The praise is his alone ; [takes, 
His own t'impart, our nature 
To raise us to his throne. 

2 In servant's form, lo! he ap- 
Our freedom to obtain ; [pears, 
To show his love, our shame he 
And glory thus we gain, [bears, 

03. T. 14. 

BOTH to the Seraph and the 

worm 
God's goodness doth abound, 
He calms the sea, calls forth the 

storm, 
And fructifies the ground. 

2 But yet his mercy to man's race 
More richly was display'd ; 

He pity'd us in our distress, 
And therefore flesh was made. 

3 That he as man might sympa- 
With ev'ry grief we feel, [thize 
And, being made a sacrifice, 
AVith blood our pardon seal. 

54. T. 240. 

-OlLL hail, Immanuel, 
Eternal Word, all hail ! 
O Jesus, -sinners' friend, 
Whose mercy knows no end, 
Love made thee condescend. 
With men to make abode, 
And, veil'd in flesh and blood, 
To bring us nigh to God; 
Thy sacred name we bless, 
Jesus, Jesus, 
Full of truth and power; 
Blessed, blessed, 
Blessed evermore ! 
2 



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55. T. 586. 

A WILL rejoice in God my Sa- 
viour, 
And magnify this act of love ; 
I'm lost in wonder at his favor, 
Which him to leave his throne 

could move, 
To take upon him human nature, 
To suffer for his wretched crea- 
ture, 
Dire anguish, keenest pain, 
And death-pangs to sustain, 
My soul to gain. 

56.* T. 58. 

O SING, all ye redeem'd from 
Adam's fall, 



Your Hallelujahs join, both great 

and small ; 
Praise ye God rejoicing, for our 

salvation 
This Child was born ; this blest, 

divine donation 

Is God with us. 

67* T. 39. 

I O God our Immanuel, made 

flesh as we are, 
Our Friend, our Redeemer, and 

Brother most dear, 
Be honor and glory ! Let with one 

accord 
All people say, Amen ! Give praise 

to the Lord. 



IV. Of the Name of Jesus, and his Walk on Earth. 



58.* T. 146. 

JL ORD Jesus, when I trace 
Thee as the great Creator, 
With fear I hide my face ; 
But when in human nature 
1 see thy deep distress, 
And lowliness of heart, 

1 freely must confess 
That thou my Brother art. 

2 Therefore I'll thee adore 
With deep humiliation, 
And own thee evermore 
Lord of the whole creation ; 
But thy humanity, 

Thy birth, thy life, and death, 
Unite my soul to thee, 
While here on earth I breathe. 

59. T. 14. 

II OW sweet the name of Jesus 
To a believer's ear ! [sounds 

It sooths his sorrows, heals his 

wounds 
And drives away his fear. 

2 It makes the wounded spirit 

whole, 
And calms the troubled breast ; 



'Tis manna to the hungry soul, 
And to the weary rest. 

3 Jesus ! the Rock on winch I 
build, 

My Shield and hiding-place, 
My never-failing treas'ry fill'd 
With boundless stores of grace. 

4 Jesus, my Shepherd, Saviour, 
Friend, 

My Prophet, Priest, and King; 
My Lord, my life, my way, my 
Accept the praise 1 bring. [end, 

5 Weak are the efforts of my heart, 
And cold my warmest thought ; 
But when I see thee as thou art, 
I'll praise thee as I ought. 

6 Till then I would thy love pro- 
claim 

With ev'ry fleeting breath ; 
And may thy saving Jesus-name 
Refresh my soul in death. 

60. T. 14. 

uESUS, I love thy charming 
'Tis music to mine ear ; [name, 
I gladly would thy praises sound, 
That earth and heav'n might hear. 



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2 Yes, thou art precious to my 
In thee is all my trust ; [soul, 
Jewels to me are gaudy toys, 
And gold is sordid dust. 

3 O may thy name still cheer my 
heart, 

And shed its fragrance there ! 
The noblest balm for all its 

wounds, 
The cordial of its care. 

4 Til speak the honors of thy 
name, 

With my last lab'ring breath ; 
When speechless, thou shalt be 

my hope, 
My joy in life and death. 

61.* T. 08. 

fe ACRED name of Jesus, 
So great and holy, 
That all our tongues can never 
praise thee truly 

As thou deserv'st. 

2 Holy name of Jesus, 
Though men blaspheme thee, 

I will adore, whene'er I hear or 
name thee, With gratitude. 

3 Precious name of Jesus, 
How sweet and blessed 

Art thou to souls, who, mourning 
and distressed, Upon thee call ! 

4 Cheering name of Jesus, 
Whence comfort floweth ; 

No angel like a contrite sinner 
knoweth Thy pow'r divine. 

5 Lovely name of Jesus, 
Whoe'er confideth 
In thee, obtains a treasure which 

abideth, And never fails 

6 Saving name of Jesus, 
In which salvation 

Is preach'd to ev'ry kindred, 
tongue and nation, 

Might all thee praise ! 

7 Faithful name of Jesus, 
In thee I've trusted, 



And of thy faithfulness on earth 
have boasted, 

And shall in heav'n. 

8 Blessed name of Jesus, 
How efficacious 

To save, to sanctify and to pre- 
serve us ! Thee we adore. 

9 Jesus, blessed Jesus, 
Name so revered 

By all believers ; they can ne'er be 
wearied In praising thee. 

10 Name for ever sacred, 
For ever precious ; 

Let ail within us echo Jesus, Jesus ! 
For evermore. 

62. T. 119. 

JESUS' name, :!|: 
Source of life and happiness ; 
In this name true consolation 
Mourning 1 sinners may possess ; 
Here is found complete salvation: 
Blessed Jesus, we thy name will 
All our days. :||: [praise 

2 God with us, :||: 
God appears in human frame ; 
In his name rejoice with gladness, 
Since to save lost man he came ; 
None need sink in hopeless sad- 
ness, 
For Immanuel is now with us, 
God with us. :(j: 

63. T. 11. 

J ESUS is our highest good, 
He hath sav'd us by his blood; 
May we love him evermore, 
And his saving name adore. 

2 Jesus, when stern justice said, 
" Man his life hath forfeited, 

M Vengeance follows by decree," 
Cry'd, " Inflict it all on me." 

3 Jesus gives us life and peace, 
Faith, and love, and holiness ; 
Ev'ry blessing, great or small, 
Jesus for us purchas'd all. 



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4 Jesus therefore let us own, 
Jesus we'll exalt alone, 
Jesus hath our sins forgiv'n, 
Jesus' blood procur'd us heav'n. 

64. T. 14. 

J>1 Y God a man ! a man indeed, 
An infant truly poor ; 
Born, for a sinful race to bleed, 
Salvation to procure. 

2 Who can describe the loveliness 
Which was, blest Child, in thee ? 
Thy whole deportment heav'nly 
And true humility. [grace, 

3 According to th' appointed plan 
My infant Saviour grew, 

In favor both with God and man, 
In years and stature too. 

4 My Saviour learned Joseph's 
trade, 

Was call'd a carpenter, (Mark 6.3) 
And therefore, that he earn'd his 
We justly may infer. [bread, 

5 Often oppress'd with human 
He to his Father sighs, [care, 
Or spends the night in fervent 

pray'r, 
And offers tears and cries. 

6 Again, as Teacher of Mankind 
I see my humble Lord ■ 

How cheerfully was he inclin'd 
To preach the saving word! 

7 To comfort men was his delight, 
To help them in distress ; 

He ready was, by day and nig-ht, 
To pardon, heal and bless. 

8 Oft he was hungry, spent and 
In his own world a guest, [sad, 
And of his own no place he had, 
His weary head to rest. 

9 Ah, might my heart a mirror be, 
Reflecting <esus' grace, 

That all, who my behaviour see, 
May some resemblance trace, 



10 Grant me that meek and lowly 

mind, 
Thou hast on earth display'd, 
Which in thy holy life I find, 
My Pattern, Lord and Head. 

65. T. 11. 

©EE, my soul, God ever blest 
In the flesh made manifest I 
Human nature he assumes, 
He, to ransom sinners, comes. 

2 He fulfill'd all righteousness, 
Standing in the sinner's place ; 
From the manger to the cross, 
All he did, he did for us : 

3 All our woes he did retrieve, 
He expir'd, that we might live ; 
By his stripes our wounds are 

heal'd, 
By his blood our pardon's seaPd, 

4 Lord, conform us to thy death, 
Raise us to new life by faith, 
Through thy resurrection's pow'r, 
May we praise thee evermore. 

5 Circumcise our sinful hearts ; 
Purify our inward parts ; 
Lord, destroy the carnal m^cl 
That in thee we peacs may find. 

6 In thy righteousness array'd 
Let us triumph and be glad ; 
Let us walk with thee in white, 
Let us see thy face in light. 

66.* T. 14. 

X MMANUEL's meritorious tears 

Assuage our ev'ry pain, 

His bitter sufFrings, cries and 

pray'rs, 
Our fav'rite theme remain. 

2 When Jesus' suffering life we 
In ev'ry scene we find, [trace, 
That he a man of sorrows was, 
Though of unspotted mind. 

3 All they who weeping now go 
forth, 

And bear the precious seed, 



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2 Thy suff'ring life I cannot trace, 
Or read thy sacred word, [ness 
But I'm o'ercome with thankful* 
To thee, my g-racious Lord. 



M v in our Saviour's walk on 

earth 
Pattern and comfort read. 

4 Among" the evils of the fall, 
Which soul and body grieve, 
This the most dreadful is of all, 
That sin to us doth cleave. 

5 Whene'er the Holy Ghost dis- 
To our benighted hearts, [plays 
That we are wretched, vile and 
And light to us imparts, [base, 

6 How do we blush with con- 
scious shame, 

While tears of anguish flow ! 
And did we not the suff'ring 

Lamb, 
The Friend of sinners know ; 

7 A contrite heart would never 
cease 

To weep most bitter tears ; 
But faith in Jesus' saving grace 
The mourning sinner cheers. 

8 When we have that great bliss 
attain' d 

To find, that in all need [Friend, 
Christ is our Counsellor and 
Then we are help'd indeed. 

9 O 'tis the greatest happiness, 
When of his peace divine 

We have a feeling, and he says, 
" Fear not, for thou art mine." 

10 Our thankful tears then testify 
That Jesus wept for us, 

And we, possessing heav'nly joy, 
For him count all things loss. 

11 Yet tears of grief at times be- 
dew 

Our cheeks, while here we stay ; 
When we in heav'n his face shall 
He'll wipe all tears away, [view, 

67. T. 14. 

fJ MY dear Saviour, when thy 
Thy toils for me, I read, [cares, 
My eyes run o'er with grateful 
Ajnd I bow down my head, [tears, 



3 What am I, Lord, that thou so 

much 
Should'st love and value me ? 
Vile dust I am, yet thou for such 
Didst bear thy misery. 

68. T. 22. 

31 Y dear Redeemer, God and 
Lord, 

1 read my duty in thy word ; 
But in thy life the law appears 
Set forth in living characters . 

2 Such was thy truth, and such 
thy zeal, [will, 

Such def'rence to thy Father's 
Such love and meekness so divine, 

1 would transcribe and make them 

mine. 

3 Cold mountains and the mid- 
night air 

Witness'd the fervor of thy pray'r; 
The desert thy temptations knew, 
Thy conflict and thy vict'ry too. 

4 Be thou my pattern ; let me bear 
More likeness of thine image here ; 
And at thy right hand me confess. 
Arrayed in thy righteousness. 

69. T. 58. 

JLaMB of God, my Saviour, 
O set before me 

Thy matchless love, and by thy 
grace procure me 

A mind like thine, 

2 Thy humiliation 
How meritorious ! 

Thy birth in poverty, and life la- 
borious, Teach me to stoop, 

3 Thy flight into Egypt, 
Amidst great danger, 

Teach me to be a pilgrim here and 
stranger, Where'er I am. 



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4 Thy unspotted childhood, 
And meek behaviour, 

Teach me to be a little child for 
ever Before thy face. 

5 Thy unfeign'd obedience 
And true subjection 

Unto thy parents, form to like 
affection My stubborn heart. 

6 Thy forty days fasting-, 
Thy self-denial, 

Thy being sorely try'd, in ev'ry 
trial Deliver me. 

70. T. 580. 

1 HE wise men from the East 

ador'd 
The infant Jesus as their Lord, 
Brought gifts to him their King : 
Jesus, grant us thy light, that we 
The way may find, and unto thee 
Our hearts, our all, a tribute 

bring. 

2 May Jesus Christ, the spotless 

Lamb, 
Who to the temple humbly came 
The legal rights to pay, 
Subdue our proud and stubborn 

will, 
That we his precepts may fulfil, 
Whate'er rebellious nature sa} 7 . 



71. T. 14. 



o 



SON of God and man, re- 
ceive 

This humble work of mine ; 
Worth to my meanest labor give, 
By blessing it with thine. 

2 Servant of all, to toil for man 
Thou would'st not, Lord, refuse: 
Thy Majesty did not disdain 

To be employ 'd for us. 

3 In ail I think, or speak, or do, 
Let me shew forth thy praise ; 
Thy bright example still pursue 
Through all my future days. 

4 By faith thro' outward cares I 
From all distraction free ; [go, 
My hands alone engag'd below, 
My spirit still with thee. 

5 When thou, my Saviour, shalt 
Then gladly may I cry, [appear, 
" The work thou gavest me while 
u Is done—to thee I fly." [here, 

72.* T. 22. 

JVJ-AY all those blessings on us 

flow, 
And in our lives their virtue show, 
Which, from the manger to the 

cross, 
Thou, Lord, hast merited for us. 



V. Of the Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ, and his 
Resting in the Grave. 



73. T.114. 

W HAT human mind can trace 

the condescension 
Of our almighty Maker's love to 

man ? 
No angel can the hidden mys'try 

scan; 
Redeeming love, thou art past 

comprehension ; 



Yet by the Spirit's teaching we 

can prove, [love. 

From Jesus' agony, that God is 

2 Pursue, my soul, the sacred 
meditation, [God ; 

And view the agonizing Lamb of 

See him oppressed with the pon- 
d'rous load [salvation : 

Of all thy sins, to purchase thy 



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He riseth with a heart-affecting* 

look, [dron's brook. 

And with his foll'wers passeth Ce- 

3 My spirit now with solemn, 
deep devotion, 

Doth follow Jesus to Gethsemane; 
There he, on my account, doth 

weep and pray, 
O'ercome with horror at the bitter 
potion : [sign'd. 

Yet to his Father's will he is re- 
Grant me, dear Jesus, thy obe- 
dient mind. 

4 I see my Saviour kneeling*, 
groaning, weeping*, 

He prostrates on the ground and 

prays for me, [agony ; 

Yea, trembling* wrestleth in an 
And while his sad disciples all 

are sleeping, 
His soul in grief, his eyes in tears 

are drown'd, 
His sweat as drops of blood falls 

to the ground. 

5 By all thy grief, thy tears and 
supplication, 

Thy bloody sweat, thy bitter 
agony ; [dently : 

O grant that I may love thee ar- 

Be thou, dear Lord, my life and 
consolation ! 

Whene'er temptation would my 
soul beset, [vet. 

I'll pray to thee, and think of Oli- 

7*. T. 080. 

BEHOLD ! how in Gethsemane 
Th' incarnate God doth sweat for 

thee 
Till drops of blood fall down ; 
For thee the Lord lies prostrate 

there, [pray'r, 

Hear his thrice-utter'd mournful 
Mark ev'ry dol'rous sigh and 

groan. 

2 I'm lost in wonder and amaze ; 
Here I'll abide and melt and gaze, 
'Tis God's beloved Son ! 



How heavy is the weight he bears ! 
His soul is fill'd with grief and 

fears, 
Lo ! now the bitter cup comes on. 

3 Lord, dost thou suffer thus for 

me? 
Dost thou endure such misery, 
To give me life and peace ? 
Then will I bear this on my heart, 
" My all is purchas'd with thy 

smart, 
Thy sweat and blood sign my re- 
lease." 

75. T. 96. 

O FTEN I call to mind the place 
Gethsemane, to which the Lamb, 
Who lov'd to be in loneliness, 
With his disciples often came, 
Where, out of boundless love to 
He -wrestled in an agony. [me, 

2 There, overwhelm' d with grief, 
he said : 

" My soul is sorrowful to death;" 
And suff 'ring freely in my stead, 
He drank the bitter cup of wrath; 
Now on his knees, then on his face, 
He weeps, and sweats, and bleeds, 
and prays. 

3 So lov'd me the eternal God, 
That he became the Son of man, 
And took my sin's prodigious load. 
My soul, admire his gracious plan! 
Thy stripes, thy guilt and curse 

he bore ; 
Believe and thankfully adore. 

7C* T. 99. 

MOST awful sight! my heart 

doth break, 
Oh ! it can ne'er my mind forsake, 
How thou for me hast wept and 

prayed : 
Might I for thy soul's agony, 
When wrestling with death bit- 
terly, 
Lord, as thy trophy be displayed! 



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77.* T. 36. 

IjOD, in a garden, suffers in our 
nature! 

He faints, who cheers and com- 
forts ev'ry creature; [yonder: 

An angel strengthens his Creator 
Adore and wonder. 

78* T. 54. 

Vj OME, congregation, come and 

see 
Thy Saviour inGethsemane; 
Here is a scene which with amaze 
Must strike thee; here astonish' d 
Thy Maker prays. [gaze : 

79* T. 185. 

31 Y Redeemer, overwhelm'd 

with anguish, 
Went to Olivet for me; 
There he kneels, his heart doth 

heave and languish 
In a bitter agony ; 
Fear and horror seize his soul and 

senses, [commences : 

For the hour of darkness now 
Ah, how doth he weep and groan, 
For rebellious man t' atone! 

2 How is Jesus' sacred soul op- 
pressed 

With our sin's prodigious load ! 

Tho' an angel comforts the dis- 
tressed, 

Weak and fainting Lamb of God! 

Yet what trembling seizeth him 
all over ! [visage cover, 

Tears and sweat and blood his 

And in drops fall on the ground, 

While his heart in grief is drown' d. 

3 Jeers and stripes and mock'ries 
he endured, 

Meek and patient, in our stead; 

How ere Jesus' gracious eyes ob- 
scured: 

Yiew his wounded back and head ; 

He, whom whips and thorns have 
lacerated, [created : 

Is the Locd, who all things hath 



Ah, his pungent grief and smart, 
Melt and break my stubborn heart. 

4 See him bear his cross, in deep 
affliction, 

On his sore and wounded back, 
Led to Calvary for crucifixion, 
Where his limbs they stretch and 

rack ; 
As a Lamb he's led unto the 

slaughter, [water : 

And his soul is poured out like 
Vinegar and gall he tastes, 
While his suffering body wastes. 

5 Now behold him weeping, bleed- 
ing, crying, 

'Midst two thieves upon the cross; 
Lo, he bows his sacred head; and 

_ dying, 
Life eternal gains for us. 
Lord, afford us all thy Spirit's 
unction, [punction : 

To consider this with heart's corn- 
Might our words and actions prove 
That we know thy dying love. 

6 Our enraptured hearts shall 
ne'er be weary 

On our dying Lord to gaze; 

At his cross, in faith, we wish to 
tarry, 

There shall be our hiding-place. 

May his dying look remain en- 
graven 

On our hearts: for pardon, life 
and heaven 

Our Redeemer then procur'd, 

When he death for us endur'd. 

7 Therefore all his agony and 
passion, 

And his sin-atoning death, 
Shall remain, through grace, our 

faith's foundation, 
While we draw our vital breath : 
Thus shall neither honor, wealth 

nor pleasures, 
Rob our souls of everlasting 

treasures ; 
Jesus, both by day and night, 
Shall remain our sole delight. 



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8 Could we tune our hearts and 
voices higher 

Than man's most exalted lays, 
Yet, tilljoin'd to the celestial choir, 
Cold would prove our warmest 

praise. 
Jesus' love exceeds all compre- 
hension, [dare mention ; 
But our love to him we scarce 
We may weep beneath his cross, 
But he wept and bled for us. 

9 O delightful theme past all ex- 
pression : 

" Thy Redeemer dy'd for thee!" 
Ah, this prompts my deepest 

adoration, 
When I hear, " He dy'd for me." 
Might my thoughts, my words 

and whole behaviour, 
Prove that I believe in Christ my 

Saviour; 
Yea, my love to Jesus show 
His to me, in all I do. 

10 Lamb of God! thou shalt re- 
main for ever 

Of our songs the only theme; 
For thy boundless love, thy grace 

and favor, 
We will praise thy saving name : 
That for our transgressions thou 

wast wounded, [sounded, 

Shall by us in nobler strains be 
When we, perfected in love, 
Once shall join the church above. 

80.* T. 101. 

1 HOU Source of my salvation, 
Thou Conqu'ror of my death, 
Who didst, as my oblation, 
In torments yield thy breath ; 
Who barest the dreadful sentence 
Due to our cursed race, 
To screen my soul from vengeance; 
Accept my thanks and praise. 

2 I'll go with thee, my Saviour, 
Up to mount Calvary; 
And view with spirit's fervor 
All thou hast done for me. 



Thus, with intense devotion, 
I follow thee each step, 
While tender love's emotion 
Makes heart and eyes to weep. 

3 I see my Saviour languish 
In sad Gethsemane, 

Till through his pores, in anguish, 
The blood ev'n forc'd its way ; 
The load which him oppresses, 
I, I, deserv'd to feel; 
The bloody sweat of Jesus 
Doth soul and body heal. 

4 My Saviour was betrayed, 
Reproach and sufF'rings met ; 
My sins the Lord conveyed 
'Fore Pilate's judgment seat; 
These, these did him deliver 
Into the foe's dire hand; 

I should have felt for ever 
The pangs my God sustain'd. 

5 Behold the man! he's bearing 
Our curse, meek as a Lamb ! 
And now, behold them rearing 
Him on the cross's stem! 
There to complete his passion, 
His sorrows, pain and woe, 

His blood for our salvation 
In copious streams doth flow. 

6 Thou for thy foes intreatest ; 
Lord Jesus, who was I ! 

Thy friends thou not forgettest ; 
Turn, Lord, to me thine eye ! 
Thy mouth now grace declareth 
To the repenting thief; 
My guilty soul this cheereth, 
Of sinners I am chief. 

7 Thou anxiously complainest, 
" My God forsaketh me!" 

" I thirst!" thou then exclaimest, 
Yet none refresheth thee. 
Thy passion being ended, 
Thou cry'st, " Tis finished! 
" My spirit be commended 
" To God!"— 'Twas finished. 

8 My heart with love is glowing, 
I see my Saviour die; 

His head I see him bowing, 
This brought me endless joy! 



26 Of the Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ, 

He gave his soul an off'ring 
For sin, that I might live ; 
He sav'd me by his suif'ring, 
To him myself I give. 

9 Thou God of my salvation, 
In whom I trust by faith, 
Who hast, for my transgression, 
Lain in the dust of death; 
I place upon thy merit, 
While here, my confidence; 
And will commend my spirit 
To thee, when I go hence. 

10 Lord, grant me thy salvation 
And peace divine, I pray, 
While here 'midst tribulation 
On earth below I stay; 
Till I shall stand before thee, 
And for redeeming grace, 
With all the saints in glory, 
My Hallelujah raise. 

81.* T. 594. 

vV ITH painful penance-thoughts 

distressed, 
In spirit 1 my Saviour view; 

1 see him mourning and oppressed, 
While floods of tears his cheeks 

bedew: [neaa, 

To change my sorrow into glad- 
His sweat was mix'd with blood; 

and he, 
Fill'd with unutterable sadness', 
Trembled and agoniz'd for me. 

2 O'erwhelm'd with grief and 
rack'd with torment, 

He's pain'd in ev'ry weary limb; 
They who should watch with him, 

lie dormant, 
An angel comes to comfort him : 

how heart-piercingly he prayed, 
When he his Father did accost, 
To have the bitter cup delayed : 
Here is my soul in wonder lost! 

3 I see his countenance defiled, 
His forehead spit on I behold ; 

1 see him laugh' d at and reviled, 
Sharp-pointed thorns his head in- 
fold: 



Thus to the multitude displayed, 
His back with scourges raw and 

torn, 
A reed he beareth, is arrayed 
In purple, and then hail'd in scorn. 

4 Breathless and almost suffo- 
cated, [weight, 

He bears the cross's pond'rous 
Already feels what him awaited, 
The dismal scenes of torment 

great. 
I see him now in sore affliction 
Ascend the brow of Calvary; 
'Tis here I view his crucifixion, 
Thereby it was he saved me. 

5 I see Ins hands and feet extended 
Upon the cross in keenest smart ; 
I see him as his life he ended, 
I see the spear transfix his heart : 
Thus closed he his bitter passion, 
Expiring on th' accursed tree, 
Then horror seiz'd the whole crea- 
tion, [me. 

But streams of grace came over 

6 The thought of blood and water 
bursting 

From God, my rock, o'ercomes 

my heart; 
I for that living flood am thirsting, 

may it stream through ev'ry 
part! 

Lord, for thy love, with adoration, 
I'll thank and laud thee all my 

days ; 
Long as I live, shall each pulsation, 
And ev'ry breath declare thy 

praise. 

7 This awful, blessed meditation 
Oft fills my soul with conscious 

shame, 
Since Jesus dy'd for my salvation, 
Who to his mercy had no claim : 
How poor I am, how void of glory, 
Thou, Lord, know'st best; but 

yet when I, 
With all my ailments come before 

thee, 

1 My suit is granted presently. 



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8 Thou, Jesus, art my God and 

Saviour, 
Thee will I serve with all my pow'r, 
On thee I'll meditate for ever, 
And for thy goodness thee adore: 
Thy dying love hath captivated 
Mv heart, and now my chief de- 
light, 
Until to heav'n I am translated, 
Is to enjoy thee day and night. 

82. T. 167. 

GREAT High-priest, we view 

thee stooping, 
With our names upon thy breast. 
In the garden, groaning, drooping, 
To the ground with horrors prest. 
Angels saw, struck with amaze- 
ment, 
Their Creator suffer thus ; 
We are filPd with deep abasement, 
Since we know 'twas done for us. 

2 On the cross thy body broken 
Cancels ev'ry legal charge; 
Pleading this authentic token, 
Guilty souls are set at large; 
All is finish 5 d, truth hath said it, 
Doubt no more, believe your Lord; 
To frail reason give no credit, 
You have his unerring word. 

3 Lord, we fain would trust thee 
solely, 

'Twas for us thy blood was spilt ; 
Suffering Saviour, take us wholly, 
Take and form us as thou wilt; 
Thou hast borne the dreadful 

sentence 
Pass'd on man's devoted race: 
Grant us faith and true repentance, 
They're thy gifts, thou God of 

grace. 

83. T. 243. 

IxO, follow the Saviour, 
Consider his travail, 
Adore him for ever, 
Ye sinners, and marvel; 
It is for you — he suffers so. 



2 With tears interceding 
Your load he sustaineth, 
And sweating and bleeding 
Your pardon he gaineth; 

All who believe— he'll freely save. 

3 He's mock'd and defamed, 
'Midst scourging' and torture; 
By sinners is blamed, 

And led to the slaughter : 
While thorns disgrace — his royal 
face. 

4 Behold, the Lord Jesus, 
For you he is wounded, 
He bleeds to release us ; 
His love is unbounded! 

For evermore — his name adore. 

5 When to the cross nailed 
He hung on the mountain, 
That we might be healed; 
Blood, as from a fountain, 
Flow'd from his wounds. — There 

health abounds. 

6 Our meek suff 'ring Saviour 
Pray'd for his oppressors. 
And gained God's favor, 
For us vile transgressors ; 

He thus displays—his boundless 
grace. 

7 When he had prevailed, 
And all was accomplish'd, 
By prophets revealed ; 

He cried: " It is finish'd!" 
Then bow'd his head — and join'd 
the dead. 

8 Accept for thy passion, 
Most merciful Saviour, 
Our deep adoration : 
Remain thou for ever 

Our highest good, — O Lamb of 
God! 

84.* T. 243. 

-OLOOD worthy of praises! 

Come streaming from Jesus 

O'er us, and all classes 

Of sinners, and bless us ; 

We humbly flee, — and call on thee. 



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2 In Olivet's garden, 
Before the Jews bound him, 
Most heavily laden 

I kneeling* have found him, 
Blood-sweat around — bedews the 
ground. 

3 Thy blood-sweat, dear Saviour, 
Rain on me like water; 

For all the world over 
Nought can bless me better : 

precious flood! — O holy blood! 

4 So sore was he smitten, 
So cruelly used, 

With scourges so beaten, 

All over so bruised: 

That in amaze — on him I gaze. 

5 Thy blood-streams and bruises, 
Thy agonies, Saviour! 

Thy woun ds -healing j uices 
Have sav'd us for ever 
From tears and cries — from grief 
and sighs. 

6 His cross see your Saviour 
Compelled to carry, 

With patient behaviour, 

Submitting, till weary, 

And sore opprest — He sinks at last. 

7 Just ready for slaughter, 
The nail-holes they bored, 
While exquisite torture 
He lamb-like endured; 

Dumb did he bear — the pain severe. 

8 The Lamb yonder nailed 
Gain'd for us salvation, 
Our pardon is sealed 

By his bitter passion ; 
A healing stream — flows down 
from him. 

9 O dear bleeding Saviour ! 

1 long to embrace thee, 
While thousand drops cover, 
Hang on thee and grace thee; 
And catch the juice — thy wounds 

diffuse. 

10 For all thy wounds painful, 
Which glad I remember, 



I hourly am thankful, 
And praise their whole number; 
Me, dearest Lamb ! — thou sav'st 
by them. 

85* T. ±51. 

O HEAD so full of bruises, 
So full of pain and scorn, 
'Midst other sore abuses 
Mock'd with a crown of thorn! 

head ere now surrounded 
With brightest majesty, 

In deathnowbow'd and wounded! 
Saluted be by me! 

2 Thou countenance transcendent, 
Thou life-creating Sun 

To worlds on thee dependent; 
Now bruis'd and spit upon! 
How art thou grown so sallow! 
How are those gracious eyes, 
Whose radiance knew no fellow, 
Clouded in cruel wise! 

3 Thy cheeks, through heavy- 
dolor, 

Are marred, fall'n, and wan; 
Thy lips, depriy'd of color, 
Spoke heav'nly truth to man ; 
Thy body, ah! how wasted, 
Death's horror did reduce 
Thy strength, and quite exhausted 
Each drop of vital juice. 

4 O Lord, what thee tormented, 
Was my sin's heavy load ! 

1 had the debt augmented 
Which thou didst pay in blood : 
Here am I, blushing sinner, 

On whom wrath ought to light ; 

thou, my health's beginner ! 
Let thy grace cheer my sight. 

5 Own me, Lord, my Preserver, 
My Shepherd, me receive; 

1 know thy love's strong fervor 
By all thy pain and grief. 
Thou richly hast supplied 

My soul with heav'nly food, 
For which I've often sighed, 
Thy holy flesh and blood. 



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29 



6 I'll here with thee continue, 
{Though poor, despise me not) 
I'm one of thy retinue: 

As were I on the spot, 
When, earning" my election, 
Thy heart-strings broke in death ; 
With shame and love's affection 
I'll watch thy latest breath. 

7 O what a consolation 
Doth in my heart take place, 
When I thy toil and passion 
Can in some measure trace; 

Ah ! should I, while thus musing- 
On my Redeemer's cross, 
Ev'n life itself be losing, 
Great gain would be that loss. 

8 I give thee thanks unfeigned, 
O Jesus ! Friend in need! 

For what thy soul sustained 
When thou for me didst bleed: 
Grant me to lean unshaken 
Upon thy faithfulness, 
Until from hence I'm taken 
To see thee face to face. 

9 Lord, at my dissolution 
Do not from me depart, 
Support, at the conclusion 
Of life, my fainting heart; 
And when I pine and languish, 
Seiz'd with death's agony, 

by thy pain and anguish 
Set me at liberty. 

10 Lord, grant me thy protection, 
Remind me of thy death 

And glorious resurrection, 
When I resign my breath : 
Ah then, though I be dying, 
'Midst sickness, grief and pain, 

1 shall (on thee relying) 
Eternal life obtain. 

86.* T. 36, 

XI EAR Jesus ! wherein art thou 

to be blamed, 
Why is death's sentence against 

thee proclaimed ? 
What is thy crime ? of what art 
thou accused, 

While thus abused ? 
C 



2 I see thee scourg'd, plung'd in 
a sea of sorrows, 

Beat in the face, thy back plough'd 

with deep furrows, 
Thy temples crown'd with thorns, 

in mock'ry hailed, 

To the cross nailed. 

3 Why was thy soul with hellish 
pain surrounded ? 

Alas, my sins have thee, my Sa- 
viour, wounded! 

I should have waded thro' this 
sea of anguish, 

Which made thee languish. 

4 There is no good at all in my 
whole nature, 

Sin hath diffus'dits shame through 
ev'ry feature: 

I had deserv'd eternal consterna- 
tion, And condemnation. 

5 How highly wonderful is this 
proceeding ! 

The Shepherd for his wand'ring 

sheep is bleeding; 
The Master pays for servants' 

misbehaviour, 

That loving Saviour ! 

6 O boundless love! O love be- 
yond expression, 

Constraining thee to choose such 
bitter passion! 

I lived in the world's and sin's en- 
joyment, 

Thou barest torment. 

7 O greatest King! whose power 
is unbounded, 

How can thy mercy be aright ex- 
pounded? 

Mysterious depth! th' incarnate 
God is sighing, 

For sinners dying. 

8 Thy dying love all other love 
doth swallow, 

My mind to trace its limits is too 

shallow; 
For such compassion, and for 

love so tender, 

What shall I render ? 



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9 One thing" I'll gladly do to give 
thee pleasure, 

No more to sin I'll yield in any 

measure: 
Lest it again seduce my mind and 

senses To old offences. 

10 But as my strength is far too 
weak and feeble [evil: 

To crucify my flesh and innate 
Lord, let thy Spirit graciously 
direct me, 

From sin protect me. 

11 Unto thy praise my all I'll 
gladly venture, 

Upon thy shame and cross I'll 

freely enter; 
Nor pain, nor death, shall change 

my resolution, 

Nor persecution. 

12 Do not despise, I pray, my 
weak endeavour 

To praise and love and serve thee, 

dearest Saviour ! 
Take soul and body, Lord, as an 

oblation For all thy passion. 

13 When thou shalt give to me a 
crown of glory. 

When all is swallow'd up that's 

transitory, 
Then shall ray voice be suited to 

the matter, 

And praise thee better. 

87.* T. ±52. or 9. 

Cy HRIST, who saves us by his 
Who in nought offended, [cross, 
lie was in the night for us 
Betray'd, apprehended, 
Led before a wicked race, 
Falsely was accused, 
Laugh'd at, mock'd, spit in the 
Shamefully abused. [face, 

2 In the morn, at the sixth hour, 
He was led with fury, 
As a foe of civil pow'r, 
'Fore a heathen jury, 



Who him try'd, but found him free 
Of tli' imputed treason; 
Herod mocked him, yet he 
Found for death no reason. 

3 At nine was the Son of God 
By the scourges furrow'd, 

And the thorny crown fore'd blood 
From his sacred forehead. 
With a purple garment mock'd, 
On all sides assailed, 
He must bear the cross to which 
He was to be nailed. 

4 He at noon was on the cross 
Rear'd for our transgression, 
Where he pray'd and bled for us, 
To procure salvation : 

The spectators shook their heads, 

Hi in derision, 
Till the sun his beams withdrew 
From so sad a vision. 

5 At three Jesus cry'd, "My God, 
Why am 1 forsaken ?" 

Having- vinegar and gall, 
Which was offer'd, taken, 
He then \ ielded up the ghost! 
Pause, my soul, and wonder ; — 
Then the temple's vail was rent, 
Rocks were cleft asunder. 

6 When the Lord of glory dy"d, 
Not a bone was broken, 

But a soldier piere'd his side 
For a lasting token: 
From thence stream'd a double 
Of a cleansing nature ; [flood 

Both the water and the blood 
Wash the guilty creature. 

7 Joseph, having leave obtain'd, 
And got spices ready, 

From the cross (by love con- 
straint) 
Took our Saviour's body : 
Had it, with all decent grace, 
To his own tomb carry'el ; 
Where the keepers for three days, 
To secure it, tarry'd. 

8 Grant, O Christ, thou Son of 
God, 

Through thy bitter passion, 



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31 



That we, as thy smart's reward, 
Joy in thy salvation : 
That we ever weigii the cause 
Of thy death and suff'ring, 
Yea for this, though poor we are, 
Bring thee our thank-off'ring ! 

88.* T. 79. 

O WORLD, see thy Creator 
Extended, like a traitor, 
Upon the cross's tree! 
Behold him, while expiring-, 
And for mankind acquiring 
Thereby life, grace and liberty. 

2 Draw near : thou w r ilt discover, 
How blood and sweat all over 
His sacred body dyes; 

Out of his heart most noble, 
For inexhausted trouble, [sighs. 
Sighs are successive folPwing 

3 Who hath thee thus abused, 
Dear Lord, and so much bruised 
Thy most majestic face ? 
Thou art no sin's transactor, 
Thou art no malefactor, 

Like others of the human race. 

4 I, I, and my transgressions, 
Which, by my own confessions, 
Exceed the sea-shore sands ; 
These, these have been the reason 
Of thy whole bitter season, 

Of all thy bruises, stripes and 
bands. 

5 I ought to have been pained, 
And fast for ever chained 
Both hand and foot in hell; 

The bonds and scourges tearing, 
Which thou, my God, wast bear- 
ing-, 
My soul, my soul deserv'dto feel. 

6 I'll be with the beholders, 
And see thee on thy shoulders 
Bear my prodigious load: 
Thou tak'st the curse-infliction, 
Giv'st for it benediction; 

Thy death procures my peace 
with God. 



7 As Surety thou p res en test 
Thyself, to die coiisenlest 
For me in debt all o'er ; 

A crown of thorns thou wearest, 
All scorn and pain thou bearest, 
With patience never known before. 

8 Into death's jaws thou leaping 
Provid'st for my escaping, 
Lest I its sting should prove; 
My curse and condemnation 
Thou bear'st, for my salvation : 

most unheard-of lire of love! 

9 The highest obligations 
Bindme, through all life's stations, 
T' express my thanks to thee; 
Weak as I am and feeble, 

As far as I am able, 

I'll yield thee service willingly. 

10 While here on earth I'm living 1 , 

1 nothing have worth giving 
To thee for all thy pain ; 
Yet shall thy passion ever, 
Till soul and body sever, 

Deep in my heart engrav'd remain. 

11 Its fresh representation 
Shall raise my admiration, 
Where'er I turn or move ; 
I'll take it for a mirror 
Of innocence, for terror 

To guilt, but seal of truth andlove. 

12 How greatly man incenses 
The Lord by his offences ; 
God's holiness how stern; 
How rig'rous he chastiseth, 
When he with wrath baptizeth; 
This from thy suffring's will I 

learn. 

13 From thence I'll be taught 
How to be pure and holy, [truly, 
Resign'd, compos'd and still; 
How patiently to suffer, 

When any to me offer 

Rude acts of malice and ill-will. 

14 I'll be my flesh denying, 
And gl adiy crucifying, 
With Christ, each sinful lust : 



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What in thy sight is odious 
I'll leave, howe'er commodious, 
By help and strength which thou 
bestow'st. 

15 Thy sighs and groans unnum- 

ber'd, 
And, from thy heart encumber'd, 
The countless tears forth prest; 
These shall at my dismission, 
To final rest's fruition 
Convoy me to thy arms andbreast. 

89.* T. 165. 

THOUSAND times by me be 

greeted, 
Jesus, who hast loved me, 
And thyself to death submitted 
For my treasons against thee. 
Ah ! how happy do I feel, 
When 'fore thee I humbly kneel 
At thecross where thou expiredst, 
And true life for me acquiredst. 

2 Jesus, thee I view in spirit, 
Cover'd o'er with blood and 

wounds; 
Now salvation, through thy merit, 
For my sin-sick soul abounds. 
O who can, thou Prince of Peace, 
Who didst thirst for our release, 
Fully fathom all that's treasur'd 
In thy love's design unmeasur'd! 

3 Heal me, O my soul's Physician, 
Whereso'er I'm sick or sad? 

All the woes of my condition 
By thy balm be now allav'd: 
Heal the hurts which Adam 

wrought, 
Or which on myself I've brought; 
If thy blood me only cover, 
My distress will soon be over. 

4 On my heart thy wounds for 
Be inscrib'd indelibly, [ever 
That I ne'er forget, dear Saviour, 
What thou hast endur'd for me ; 
Thou'rt indeed my highest good, 
End of all solicitude; 

Let me, at thy feet abased, 

Be to taste thy friends hip raised. 



5 With the deepest adoration 
Humbly at thy feet I lie; 
And, with ardent supplication, 
Unto thee for succor cry; 

My petition kindly hear ; 
Say, in answer to my pray'r: 
" I will change thy grief and sad- 
ness 
Into comfort, joy and gladness." 

6 Jesus, at my dissolution 
Take my longing soul to thee ; 
Let thy wounds at the conclusion 
Of this life, my refuge be ! 
When in deatli I close mine eyes, 
Let me wake in paradise, 

And in endless bliss and glory 
With the saints in heav'n adore 
thee. 

90.* T. 168. 

J ESUS, Source of my salvation, 
Conqu'ror both of death and hell! 
Thou who didst, as my oblation, 
Feel what I deserv'd to feel : 
Thro' thy sufferings, death and 

1 eternal life inherit; [merit, 
Thousand, thousand thanks to 
Dearest Lord, for ever be! [thee, 

2 O how basely wast thou used, 
Buffeted and spit upon ! 
Scourg'd and torn, and sorely 

bruised, 
Thou, the heav'nly Father's Son : 
Me, poor sinner, to deliver 
From the devil's pow'r for ever! 
Thousand, &.c. 

3 Lord, thy deep humiliation 
Paid for my presumptuous pride ; 
I need fear no condemnation 
Since for sinners thou hast dy'd: 
Thou becam'st a curse, dear Sa- 
viour, 

To restore me to God's favor. 
Thousand, &c. 

4 Lord, I'll praise thee now and 
ever 

For thy bitter pain and smart, 

For thy agonizing shiver, 

For thy wounds and pierced heart; 



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33 



For thy stooping* under sentence 
Of God's wrath and fiery ven- 
geance : 
For thy death and love divine, 
Lord, I'll be for ever thine. 

91.* T. 165. 

C HRIST, thy wounds and bitter 
passion, [tomb, 

Bloody sweat, cross, death and 
Be my daily meditation, 
Till I to thy presence come. 
When asinful thought would start, 
Ready to seduce my heart, 
Thy sore pain effectually 
Me forbid with sin to dally. 

2 Should my bosom with lewd 
passion 

Be inflam'd, and burn with sin, 
Let the thoughts of thine oblation 
Quench that spreading- fire within. 
Would the tempter make his way 
To my heart, Lord, grant I may 
By thy wounds, thy pain and an- 
guish, 
All his vile intrusions vanquish. 

3 Would the world with gay 
temptation 

Draw me to its own broad way ; 
Let me think upon thy passion, 
And the load which on thee lay : 
Sure the sweat and precious blood 
Of the dying Lamb of God 
Can arm me, on each occasion, 
To oppose th' infatuation. 

4 Lord, in ev'ry sore oppression, 
Let thy wounds be my relief; 
When I seek thine intercession, 
Add new strength to my belief. 
Ah, the feeling of thy peace 
Sets my troubled heart at ease, 
And affords a demonstration 
Of thy love and my salvation. 

5 All my hope and consolation, 
Christ, is in thy bitter death; 
At the hour of expiration, 
Lord, receive my dying breath. 



Most of all, when I go hence, 
Let this be my confidence, 
That thy deep humiliation 
Hath procured my salvation. 

92.* T. 126. 

O LORD, when condemnation 
And guilt afflict my soul, 
Then let thy bitter passion 
The rising storm control : 
Remind me, that thy sacred blood 
Hath cancell'd my transgressions 
By paying what I ow'd. 

2 O wonder far exceeding 
All human thought and sense! 
Heav'n's Sov'reign was seen bleed- 
To wipe off my offence: [ing 
The Prince of life gave up his 

breath 
For me, whose vile rebellion 
Deserv'd an endless death. 

3 Though sins exceed a mountain. 
Or sands on ocean's shore, 

The everlasting fountain 
Of Jesus' blood hath pow'r 
To wash all sin and guilt away, 
And save me from that terror 
Which held me in dismay. 

4 My heart, while here 'tis moY= 
ing, 

Shall beat with fervent praise 
To thee, who art so loving 
To the lost human race : 
Thy dying words and agony 
Shall be my meditation, 
Till I am call'd to thee. 

5 Lord, let thy bitter passion 
Dwell always in my mind, 
To raise an indignation 
'Gainst sin of ev'ry kind; 

That henceforth I may ne'er forget 
The greatness of that ransom, 
Whic& paid my endless debt. 

6 All pains and tribulations, 
Contempt and worldly spite, 
Help me to bear with patience $ 
And alwavs fix my sight 



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On that unerring- rule of faith, 
Thy blessed steps to follow, 
Until my latest breath. 

7 O may my life and labor 
Express what thou hast done, 
By love towards my neighbor, 
By serving- ev'ry one 
Without self-in'trest or disguise; 
And may thy pure example 

Be my best exercise! 

8 When I give up my spirit 
To thee, my Judge and God, 
O then -pply the merit 

Of thy atoning blood ! 
And let my faith its pow'r display, 
And rest upon thy promise 
To save me in that day. 

93.* T. 167. 

O THE love wherewith I'm lov- 

the undeserved grace ! [ed ! 
Thou, O Love, by mercy moved, 
Tak'st upon thee my distress ! 
As a Lamb led to the slaughter 
Goest to the cross's tree, 
Seal'st thy love with blood and 

water, 
Bear'st the world's iniquity. 

2 Love, so strikingly displayed 
In thy tears and bloody sweat: 
Love, by sinful men betrayed, 
Dragg'd before the judgment-seat: 
Love, who for my soul's salvation, 
Willingly didst shed thy blood, 
Through thy death and bitter 

1 am reconcil'd to God. [passion 

3 Love, who as my bleeding Sa- 
viour 

Didst my heart in righteousness 
Unto thee betroth for ever, 
Ah, I thank thee for thy grace: 
Love, who thus himself engaged, 
Let my mis'ry and my smart 
Now entirely be assuaged 
In thy wounded bleeding heart. 

4 Love, who hast for me endured 
Death upon th' accursed tree, 



And eternal bliss procured, 
Fill my soul with love to thee. 
Lord, how hast thou captivated 
My else cold and lifeless heart! 
Let me, till to heav'n translated, 
Never more from thee depart. 

94.* T. 216. 

A. LAMB went forth, and bare 

the guilt 
Of all the world together, 
Most patiently his blood he spilt 
To pay for ev'ry debtor; 
He freely took sin's heavy load, 
To reconcile us unto God; 
All comfort he refused: 
He underwent reproach andblame, 
Death on the cross, with stripes 

and shame, 
And said, " I freely choose it." 

2 This Lamb is God omnipotent, 
The sovereign Creator, 

The Son, who, by theFather sent, 
Assum'd our feeble nature; 
O love no human tongue can tell, 
O love divine, unsearchable! 
God gave his well-beloved 
To suff 'rings, death, and to the 
grave, [save; 

That he lost man thereby might 
His mercy thus he proved ! 

3 Jesus ! I never can forget 
The pangs thou hast sustained; 
I'll thee, long as my pulse doth 

beat, 

Adore with thanks unfeigned; 

Yea, thou shalt be my heart's de- 
light ; [night, 

Thou, when I sink in death's dark 

Shalt be my consolation; 

In life and death I will be thine, 

And on thy faithfulness recline, 

With humble resignation. 

4 My song in thy great loveliness, 
Both day and night shall centre; 
Amidst all wants and feebleness, 
I'll on thy service venture : 



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35 



My life's whole stream for thee 

shall flow 
O may, by all I speak or do, 
Thy holy name be praised! 
And all that thou hast done for me, 
Upon my heart indelibly 
For ever be impressed! 

5 Thou canst true comfort to me 
yield 

In my life's ev'ry station ; 
In combat thou dost prove my 
In grief my exultation; [shield, 
In happy hours, the source of joy ; 
And when all other meat doth cloy, 
This manna shall support. me; 
In thirst thou shalt my well- 
spring' be, 
In solitude my company, 
At home and on a journey. 

6 What harm can I from death 
sustain, 

Since thou art my salvation ? 
From scorching* heat thou art my 
In pain my consolation; [screen, 
When gloomy thoughts surround 

my breast, [rest, 

Thou, Lord, alone canst give me 
'Tis by thy pow'r I conquer : 
Thou art, when storms of trials 

blow, 
And toss my vessel to and fro, 
My sure and steadfast anchor. 

7 When I in heav'n shall rest with 
Thou God of my salvation, [thee, 
Thy blood and righteousness shall 
My glorious decoration : [be 
Thou on my head wilt place a 

crown, [throne 

Thus shall I stand before the 
Of thy dear heav'nly Father, 
Dress'd in salvation's robe, with 
To live to all eternity, [thee 

In bliss no tongue can utter. 

95.* T. ±52. or 9. 

JESUS, I am richly bless'd 
By thy bitter passion ; 
O how is my soul refreshed 
In the meditation 



On the pain and deep distress, 
Which thou hast endured! 
By thy death for me a place 
Is in heav'n procured. 

2 Jesus, who hast once been dead, 

Now for ever livest; 

Thou in ev'ry time of need 

Kindly me relievest, 

And dost help to me afford: 

Faithful Lord and Saviour, 

Give me what thy death procur'd, 

And I'm rich for ever. 

96.* T. 51. 

W HEN Jesus hung upon the 

cross, 
Expiring, to retrieve our loss, 
Bereft of consolation, 
Sev'n dying words bespoke, which 
Our serious meditation. [claim 

2 First for his foes he intercedes, 
And with his Father for them 

pleads, [ing); 

(His matchless goodness show- 
He saith: " Forgive them ; they 

know not 
What they to me are doing." 

3 Weigh next the pardon and re- 
lief 

Bestow'd on the repenting thief, 
The object of his favor: 
" To-day thou shalt in paradise 
Be with me, and for ever." 

4 Observe the sympathy and care 
Which he for John and Mary bare: 
" Behold thy son, O mother; 

O John, thy mother there behold." 
Thus, Christians, love each other. 

5 Hark rhowthe meek and suffe- 
ring Lamlb " [exclaim; 

Doth on the' cross, " I thirst !" 
Such thirst the Lord sustained 
For our salvation : but now he 
Joy for his grief hath gained. 

6 Next take to heart his anguish 
great, [rous weight, 

When, press'd beneath sin's pond'- 



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All comfort from him taken, 
He cries aloud, "My God, my 

God, 
Why hast thou me forsaken ?" 

7 " 'Tis finish' d," was the so- 
lemn word, 

When for mankind our dying" Lord 
Had gain'd complete salvation ; 
Ye mourning sinners, all rejoice 
To hear this declaration. 

8 The last, attention due de- 
mands : 

" O Father, now into thy hands 

1 recommend my spirit!" 

He bow'd his head, gave up the 

ghost, 
That we might life inherit. 

9 All those who here enjov, bv 
faith, 

The blessed fruits of Jesus' death, 
True bliss in him possessing, 
Find in his seven dying words 
A treasure of rich blessing. 

97. T. 108. 

O BEHOLD your Saviour wound- 
Hanging on th'accursedcross; [ed, 
None hath e'er the love expound- 
Our Redeemer show'd to us : [ed. 
Hear him at his crucifixion 
Pray for foes 'midstkeen affliction, 
" O forgive them; they don't know, 
Heav'nly Father, what they do." 

2 At his cross's foot now tarry, 
View his languid, marred face, 
Mark his care for John and Mary; 
To the thief he offers grace. 

Ah, he thirsts with love unsha- 
ken; [saken?" 
" God! why hast thou me for- 
And " 'Tis finis h'd!" Jesus cries, 
Yields his spirit, droops and dies. 

98.* T. 168. 

oING with awe in strains me- 
lodious, 
Sing with awe: Behold the Man ! 



Yea, repeat intones harmonious, 
Ah, Behold, behold the Man ! 
On thy dying look, dear Saviour, 
I will fix my eyes for ever ; 

1 am never tir'd to gaze 

At thy lovely bleeding face. 

2 O! this makes me think with 
sighing, 

I'm the cause : Behold the Man ! 
Then his love which I'm enjoying, 
Comforts me : Behold the Man ! 
All! that terribly abused [ed, 
Countenance so marr'd andbruis- 
Makes my eyes with tears o'ernow, 
Till to him I've leave to go. 

3 Wounded head, back plough'd 
with furrows, 

Visage marr'd : Behold the Man ! 

Eyes how dim, how full of sor- 
rows, 

Sunk with grief : Behold theMan! 

Lamb of God, led to the slaughter, 

Melted, poured out like water ; 

Should not love my heart inflame, 

Viewing thee, thou slaughter'd 
Lamb ! 

99.* T. 217. 

TV HEN thou in death didst bow 
thy head, [wonder; 

All nature, Lord, was struck with 

The op'ning graves gave up the 
dead, [in sunder : 

Earth trembled, rocks were rent 

Then felt the pow'rs of hell below 

Their last irrevocable blow; 

Thy aim was then by right ob- 
tained, 

To free the souls by Satan chained; 

Now, thro' thy anguish and dis- 
tress, 

The captives find a full release. 

2 Thou, who the nail-prints dost 
retain, [cended, 

Tho' to thy glorious throne as- 
Whose side's incision doth remain, 
And thorn-marks which thy head 
once rended : 



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This is thy most transcendent form 
Which doth our hearts transport 
and warm, [guish, 

As thou upon the cross didst Ian- 
Extended there in keenest anguish; 
Or, as thy body, pale and dead, 
In the cold sepulchre was laid. 

3 'Tis the most lovely attitude 
Wherein we can behold our Sa- 
viour, [view'd, 

When by the eye of faith he's 
With blood and bruises stain'd 

all over. 
For, more than all that can be said 
Of Jesus Christ, our Lord and 

Head, [cesses : 

Doth sparkle in our heart's re- 
The blessed fruits of his distresses 
We richly can enjoy by faith, 
While meditating on his death. 

4 Christ's agony, his death and 
blood 

Shall be our joy and consolation, 
The grace unmerited bestow'd 
On us, our constant meditation; 
Fresh proofs of his fidelity 
And Shepherd- care we daily see; 
He will continue still to feed us, 
Till he at last will thither lead us, 
Where all his glories shall be seen 
Without a vail to intervene. 

±00,* T. 594. 

ONE view, Lord Jesus, of thy 

passion 
Will make the fainting spirit glad ; 
This yields us solid consolation, 
When thy dear blood, so freely 

shed, [body, 

Pervades and heals both soul and 
When thou dost give to us thy 

peace; [ready, 

Ah, then our arms of faith are 
Thy cross, O Jesus, to embrace! 

2 No drop of blood thou deem'dst 
too precious, [me; 

To shed for worthless worms like 
O that thy fire of love, dear Jesus, 
Inflam'dinv heart with love to thee! 



3 i« i"v **•*•**■ 

May thy atoning death and pas- 
sion, 
Thy agony and bitter pain, 
Until my final consummation, 
Deep in my heart en grav'd remain. 



3 O might I live in the enjoyment 
Of all my Lord for me hath gain'd! 
Might this be daily my employ- 
ment, 
To muse upon what he sustain'd ! 
O may his hands, whereon engrav- 
en [stand, 
My poor and worthless name doth 
Support me, till I in the haven 
Of endless joy shall safely land. 

101.* T. 14. 

JjxY life-supplying element 
Is Jesus' blood and death : 
My soul is eagerly intent 
To live therein by faith. 

2 Lord Jesus ! who is like to thee! 
O might by night and day 
My spirit upon Calvary, 
That scene of sufPring, stay. 

3 How thatblestmomentlregard, 
When thou didst bow thy head ! 
O had my list'ning ear but heard 
The groan that left thee dead ! 

4 How highly favor 'd had I been, 
Had I with John stood by, 
And my beloved Saviour seen 
In keenest anguish die ! 

5 Beholding, with deep reverence, 
Thy side for me then piere'd, 
With what emotion had I thence 
Seen blood and water burst! 

6 It is as tho ? my eyes now view'd 
This heart-affecting sight, 
And ev'ry scene depicted stood 
'Fore me in clearest light. 

7 O might thy dying love divine 
Become to me more clear, 
And smile in ev'ry smile of mine, 
And flow in ev'ry tear. 

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38 Of the Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ, 



8 When I depart, my latest breath 
To thee, Lord, shall ascend, 
As a thank-offering for thy death; 
Thus, blest my race will end. 

102.* T. 14. 

oEE, world, upon the shameful 
Thy Maker sinks in death! [tree 
Cover'd with stripes and wounds 

for thee 
Thy Saviour yields his breath. 

2 Behold his body stain'd with 
Out of his tender heart [blood, 
Deep sighs and groans he sends 
In lus excessive smart. [to God 

3 Thou, Prince of g'lory, knew'st 
no sin; 

"What caus'd thee then such pain ? 
Thou harmless, undehTd and 

clean, 
What caus'd thee to be slain? 

4 My sins, as num'rous as the 
Upon the ocean's shore, [sands 
Have been the cruel, murderous 

hands 
That wounded thee so sore. 

5 What anguish, what torment- 
ing pain 

Thy soul did rack and tear! 

All this thou freely didst sustain, 

But I deserv'd to bear. 

6 Thou on thy shoulders took'st 
the whole, 

To ease my burden'd heart: 
Thou bar'st the curse, to bless my 

soul, 
And heal'st me by thy smart. 

7 Thy wond'rous love to evidence 
Thou wouldst my Surety be : 
Thyself wouldst pay my debt im- 
Thereby to set me free, [mense, 

S Thou art destruction to the 
Death's enemy severe ; [grave, 
That each in bondage as its slave, 



9 My debt to thee, God, who art 
love, 

Weak words can ne'er express ; 

1 cannot here, if there above, 
Return due thankfulness. 

10 Grant me the grace, while I 
am here, 

(Since I can nothing give) 

Thy sufferings in my heart to bear, 

And by thy death to live. 

103. T. 14. 

BEHOLD the Saviour of the 

world 
Imbru'd with sweat and gore, 
Expiring on th' accursed cross, 
Where he our sorrows bore! 

2 Compassion for man's fallen 
race 

Brought down God's only Son, 
To veil in flesh his radiant face, 
And for their sins atone. 

3 Who can to love his name for- 
bear, 

That of his sufferings hears, 
And finds the ransom of his soul 
Was blood as well as tears ? 

4 When earth and hell's malicious 
pow'rs 

Encompassed thee around, 

Thy sacred blood, O Son of God, 

Stream'd forth from ev'ry wound: 

5 Till death's pale ensigns o'er 
thy cheeks 

And trembling lips were spread ; 
Till light forsook thy dying eyes, 
And life thy drooping head. 

6 Joy for thy torments we receive, 
Life in thy death have found; 
For the reproaches of thy cross 
Shall be with glory crown' d. 

7 May we a grateful sense retain 
Of thy redeeming love ; [hope 
And live below like those that 
To live with thee above ! 



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ay 



104. T. 14. 

A- LAS! and did my Saviour 

bleed? 
And did my Sov'reign die ? 
Would he devote his sacred head 
For such a worm as I ? 

2 Was it for crimes that I had 
He groan' d upon the tree? [done, 
Amazing" pity! grace unknown ! 
And love beyond degree! 

3 Well might the sun in darkness 
And shut his glories in, [hide 
When God th' almighty Maker 
An off 'ring for my sin. [dy'd, 

4 Thus might I hide my blushing 
face, 

While Jesus' cross appears ; 
Dissolve, my heart, in thankful- 
ness, 
And melt, my eyes, in tears ! 

105. T. 22. 

WHEN I by faith my Saviour 

see 
Expiring on the cross for me, 
Satan and Sin no more can move, 
For I am filPd with Jesus' love. 

2 His thorns and nails pierce thro' 
my heart, 

In ev'ry groan I bear a part; 
I view his wounds with streaming 
eyes ; [dies ! 

But seel he bows his head, and 

3 Come, sinners, view the Lamb 
of God, [in blood ! 

Wounded and dead, and bath'd 
Behold his side, and venture near, 
The well of endless life is here. 

4 Here I forget my cares and 
pains ; [mains ; 

1 drink, yet still my thirst re- 
Only the fountain-head above 
Can satisfy the thirst of love. 

5 O that I thus could always feel ! 
Lord, more and more thy love re- 
veal ! 



Then my glad tongue shall loud 
proclaim 

The grace and glory of thy name. 

6 Thy name dispels my guilt and 
fear, [ear. 

Revives my heart and charms mine 
Affords a balm for ev'ry wound, 
And Satan trembles at the sound. 

106. T. 14. 

BEHOLD the loving Son of God 
Stretch' d out upon the tree; 
Behold him shed his precious 
And die for you and me. [blood, 

2 Why is his body rack'd with 
pains, 

And wrung with keenest smart ? 
Why flows the blood from all his 

veins, 
Why torn with grief his heart? 

3 All righteousness did he fulfil, 
No sin did ever know; 

He never thought nor acted ill ; 
Why was he wounded so? 

4 Alas ! I know the reason why: 
Our num'rous sins he bore; 
This caus'd his bitter agony, 
This wounded him so sore. 

5 But hence our confidence begins; 
For we may boldly say, 

That thus, by bearing all our sins, 
He took them all away. 

6 Our God is fully reconcil'd, 
His justice satisfy'd; 

Each sinner may become his child, 
Since Jesus bled and dy'd. 

7 Come then, ye needy sinners, 
If ye accept, he'll give; [come, 
O suffer him to lead you home; 
Whoever will, may live. 

107. T. 22. 

X HERE hangs the Saviour of 

mankind, [clin'd: 

His visage marr'd, his head re- 
His bleeding hands, his bleeding 

feet, 
Declare his love divinely great. 



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2 His flesh is torn with whips and 
nails ; [fails : 

His strength decays, his spirit 
His side is pierc'd, his heart is 

broke: 
Our sins upon himself he took. 

3 The thieyes expiring* on each 
side [dy'd: 

Proclaim the crimes for which they 

But what, dear Saviour, hast thou 

done? [own. 

Thou dy'dst for sin, but not thine 

4 Jesus, and didst thou bleed for 
me? 

great, O boundless mystery! 

1 bow my head in deep amaze, 
And silently adore thy grace. 

108, T. 582. 

\jr O forth in spirit, go 

To Calv'ry's holy mount ; 

See there thy Friend between two 

thieves, 
SufF'ring on thy account. 

2 Fall at his cross's foot, 
And say, " My God and Lord, 
Here let me dwell, and view those 

wounds, 
Which life for me procur'd." 

3 Fix on that face thine eye; 
Why dost thou backward shrink ? 
What a base rebel thou hast been 
To Christ, thou now dost think. 

4 Fear not ; for this is he 

Who always loves us first, [ness 
And with white robes of righteous- 
Delights to deck the worst. 

5 Or art thou at a loss 
What thou to brn shalt say ? 
Be but sincere, and all thy case 
Just as it is display. 

6 His blood thy cause will plead, 
Thy plaintive cry he'll hear, 
Look with an eye of pity down, 
And grant thee all thy pray'r. 



109. T. 14. 

BEHOLD the Saviour of man- 
kind 
Nail'd to the shameful tree; 
How vast the love that him inclin'd 
To bleed and die for thee! 

2 Hark, how he groans! while 
nature shakes, 

And earth's strong pillars bend; 
The tern pie's vail m sunder breaks, 
The solid marbles rend. 

3 'Tis done! the precious ran- 
som's paid, 

"'Tis finish'd!" Jesus cries; 
Behold, he bows his sacred head, 
He bows his head, and dies. 

4 Salvation thus did he obtain, 
O mystery divine! 

O Lamb of God, was ever pain, 
Was ever love like thine ! 

110. T. 22. 

JL HE cross, the cross, O that's 

my gain, [slain; 

Because on that the Lamb was 

'Twas there my Lord was cruci- 

fy'd, [dy'd. 

'Twas there my Saviour for me 

2 The stony heart dissolves in 
tears, [pears ; 

When to our view the cross ap- 

Christ's dying love, when truly 

felt, [melt. 

The vilest, hardest heart doth 

3 Here will 1 stay, and gaze a 
while 

Upon the Friend of sinners vile; 
Abas'd, I view what I have done 
To God's eternal, gracious Son. 

4 Here I behold, as in a glass, 
God's glory, with unveiled face; 
And by beholding, I shall be 
Made like to Him who loved me. 

5 Here is an ensign on a hill, 
Come hither, sinners, look your fill; 
To look aside, is pain and loss ; 

I glory only in the cross. 



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41 



6 Here doth the Lord of life pro- ! 

claim 
To all the world his saving 1 name; 
Repenting* souls, in him believe ; 
Ye wounded, look on him and live. 

7 No flaming* sword doth guard 
the place, [grace : 

The cross of Christ proclaims free 
All pilgrims who would heaven 

win, 
By Jesus' cross must enter in. 

111. T. 96. 

O LOVE divine, what hast thou 
done! [me! 

Th' incarnate God hath dy'd for 
The Father's co-eternal Son 
Bore all my sins upon ihe tree : 
Th' incarnate God for me hath 

dy'd; 
My Lord, my Love is crucify 'd ! 

2 Behold him, all ye that pass by, 
The bleeding- prince of life and 

peace! [die, 

Come see, ye worms, your Maker 
"And say, was ever grief like his ? 
Come feel, with me, his blood ap- 

ply'd: 
My Lord, my Love is crucify'd! 

3 Is crucify'd for me and you, 
To bring- us rebels back to God; 
Believe, believe the record true, 
Ye all are bought with Jesus' 

blood: 
Pardon for all flows from his side; 
My Lord, my Love is crucify'd! 

4 Then let us sit beneath his cross, 
And g"ladly catch the healing 

stream, " [loss, 

All things for him account but 
And all give up our hearts to him: 
O may we nothing- know beside 
The Lamb of God as crucify'd! 

112. T. 11. 

IiET me dwell on Golgotha, 
Weep and love my life away! 

D 



While I see him on the tree 
Weep, and bleed, and die for me ! 

2 That dear blood, for sinners 
spilt, 

Shows my sin in all its guilt : 
Ah! my soul, he bore thy load; 
Thou hast slain the Lamb of God. 

3 Hark! his dying word: "For- 
give, 

Father, let the sinner live; 
Sinner, wipe thy tears away, 

1 thy ransom freely pay." 

4 While I hear this grace reveal'd, 
And obtain my pardon seal'd, 
All my soft affections move, 
Waken'd by the force of love. 

5 Farewell, world, thy gold is 
dross ; 

Nov/ 1 see the blood-stain'd cross; 

Jesus dy'd to set me free 

From the law, and sin, and thee ! 

6 He hath dearly bought my soul; 
Lord, accept and claim the whole! 
To thy will I all resign, 

Now, no more my own, but thine. 

113. T. 583. 

L KNEEL in spirit at my Sa- 
viour's cross, [foes : 

Where he in blood expired for his 

With deepest rev'rence humbly I 
adore [row r s bore. 

My dying Lord, who all my sor- 

2 I, sinful worm, with awe before 
him bow, [myst'ry view : 

While I the deep, unfaihom'd 

Poor man must highly valu'd be 

indeed, [was paid. 

For whom so great a ransom -price 

3 This blessed truth I firmly will 
maintain, [slain : 

That my Creator for my sins was 
May this constrain me gladly to 

obey, 
And love the Lord, who took my 

sins away. 
2 



42 Of the Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ, 



114. T.2B2. 

BEHOLD, my soul, the Lamb 
of God [and blood, 

Baptiz'd with tears, and sweat 
Spent, comfortless, forsaken : 
See, how he bows his head and 

dies, 
While to the world the sun denies 
His light, and rocks are shaken. 
My deal* Redeemer, let thy smart 
Subdue my cold and lifeless heart: 
Teach me thy dying' love to know, 
And in return with love to glow : 
Thy love divine — My heart incline, 
Lord, to be thine, 
Till I in death my soul resign. 

±15.* T. 588. 

L IS finis h'd now, 
Salvation's finish'd now ! 
Redeemed sinners bow, 
Adore and wonder, 
That earth and heaven's Founder 
Now sinks in death. :j: m 

2 Look up and see, 

By faith look up and see, 

His heart was pierc'd for thee ; 

The Rock of ages, 

Whose stream thy thirst assuages, 

Was rent for thee. -J: 

3 The precious flood 
Of water and of blood, 
Of sin-atoning blood, 
Now freely floweth 

On him, who Jesus knoweth 
As Lord and God. :]: 

4 We are redeem'd, 
Redeem'd to endless bliss, 
Our souls rejoice at this ; 
With hearts enlarged, 

We see our debt discharged, 
Our ransom paid. :||: 

5 O sing again, 

Sing still in higher strain 
Unto the Lamb once slain ; 
Bring for salvation 
Praise, thanks and adoration, 
Hallelujah! :|: 



116. T. 14. 

THERE is a fountain fill'd with 

blood 
Drawn from Immanuel's veins ; 
And sinners plung'd beneath that 

flood 
Lose. all then- guilty stains. 

2 The dying thief rejoic'd to see 
That fountain in his day ; 

And there have I, as vile as he, 
Wash'd all my sins away. 

3 E'er since, by faith, I saw the 
stream, 

Thy flowing wounds supply, 
Redeeming love hath been my 

theme, 
And shall be till I die. 

4 Then in a nobler, sweeter song, 
I'll sing thy pow'r to save; 
When this poor lisping, stamm'- 

ring tongue 
Lies silent in the grave. 

117.* T. 151. 

1 HY blood so dear and precious* 
Love made thee shed for me: 
O may I now, dear Jesus, 
Love thee most fervently : 
May the divine impression 
Of thy atoning death, 
And all thy bitter passion, 
Ne'er leave me while I've breath. 

118.* T. 583. 

"W HENE'ER the suff 'ringLamb 

of God I see, 
It raiseth grief and joy alternately: 
Grief, since 1 caus'd him all his 

bitter pain ; [did gain. 

Joy, since thereby he life for me 

119. T. 240. 

ALL hail! thou Lamb of God, 
Bearing sin's pond'rous load : 
Thanks for thy agony, 
Thy bloody sweat for me, 
Thy suff'ring willingly ; 



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43 



All hail, 'midst pain and scorn, 
Spit upon, crown'd with thorn, 
And by the scourges torn ! 
All hail, in purple clad. 
Sinners, sinners, 
Ah! behold the Man! 
Sinners, sinners, 
Ah! behold the Man! 

2 Bearing the cross's weight, 
Thou mountest Calv'ry's height, 

1 weeping follow thee, 
For all is done for me, 
For me, thine enemy! 
All hail ! as in my stead, 
Thou, a sin-off'ring made, 
In torments bow'st thy head ; 
Thanks for thy pierced side ! 
Sinners, sinners, 

All ye who pass by, 
Hearken, hearken, 
Mark his dying cry ! 

3 " 'Tis fmish'd!" Jesus cries ; 
He bows his head, and dies ; 
The vail is rent in twain, 
Burst is the captive's chain, 
Man is restor'd again ! 

All hail ! in death though pale, 
Victorious Lamb ! all hail! 
Then did thine arm prevail : 
O glorious sacrifice! 
Ever, ever 

To thy promis'd word 
Faithful, faithful 
Saviour, God and Lor df 

120.* T. 208. 

HAPPY meditation 
On my Saviour's passion, 
On his death and grave ; 
It can't be expressed 
What a feeling blessed 
At such times I have, 
When I Christ in spirit view, 
In his suff'ring scenes revising 
My Lord agonizing. 

2 All the pains and sorrows 
He endured for us ; 

All the tears he shed, 
When he in the garden, 



Bearing our sin's burden, 
In soul's anguish pray'd : 
Yea, each part of toil and smart 
In my soul excites a motion 
To intense devotion. 

3 Soul, from toil reposing; 
Languid eyes, just closing; 
Side, pierc'd with a spear; 
Limbs, to pain inured ; 
Feet, for me thro' bored ; 
Hands, the nails did tear ; 
Head, by right divinely bright, 
Crown'd with pointed thorns and 

bruised, 
Spit on and abused; 

4 Breast, which heaves with sor- 
rows ; 

Back, plough'd o'er with furrows, 
From the scourges sore; 
Arms, in pain extended; 
Shoulders, raw and wounded; 
Hair, distain'd with gore ; 
Sacred Lips, in death how pale! 
Jesus Christ, tlry bitter passion 
Prompts my adoration. 

5 Lamb of God, thus dearest 
Thou tome appearest; 

O might I each breath 

Spend, while here I'm living, 

In praise and thanksgiving 

For thy wounds and death ! 

A poor sinner still I am, 

Ah ! behold me with compassion, 

Grant me consolation. 

121. T. 081. 

JjI.ET around the sacred tomb, 
Friends of Jesus, why those tears? 
'Midst this sad sepulchral gloom 
Shall your faith give way to fears ? 
He will soon, ev'n as he said, 
Rise triumphant from the dead. 

2 Hidden from all ages past 
Was the cross's mystery, 
Doubts awhile a veil had cast 
O'er that first dear family ; 
Till they saw him, and believ'd, 
And as Lord and God receiv'd. 



44 Of the Sufferings and Death of Jesus Christ, 

3 Now with tears of love and joy, 1 
We remember all his pain, 
Sighs and groans and dying cry ; 
For the Lamb for us was slain, 
And, from death our souls to save, 
Once for us lay in the grave. 



4 Hither, sinners, all repair, 
And with Jesus Christ be dead, 
All are safe from Satan's snare, 
Who to Jesus' tomb have fled; 
Here the weary and opprest 
Find a never-ending rest. 

5 Wounded Saviour, full of grace, 
Hast thou suffer'd thus for me ? 
Ah! I hide my blushing f*ce; 
How have I requited thee ? 
Should not I with ardor burn 
Some love's token to return ? 

6 But alas, the spark how small ! 
Scarcely seen at all to glow ; 
Lord, thou know'st how short I 

fall, 
Andmy growth in grace how slow; 
Yet when to thy cross 1 fly, 
Soon all strange affections die. 

7 In thy death is all my trust, 
I have thee my refuge made, 
And when once consign' d to dust, 
In the tomb my body's laid, 
Then with saved souls above 

I will praise thy dying love. 

8 But while here I'm left behind, 
Burden'd with infirmity, 

May I help and comfort find, 
Visiting Gethsemane, 
Calvary and Joseph's tomb, 
Till my sabbath's aiso come. 

±22. T. ±14. 

N 0W haste, my soul, with awe 

and deep devotion, 
To Joseph's tomb, thy Saviour to 

behold [and cold. 

Laid in the dust, his body pale 
Ah ! in thy stead he drank death's 

bitter potion : 



He as a lamb was wounded, bruis'd 

and slain, 
For thee eternal happiness to gain . 

2 For worthless me (O Godlike 
condescension!) 

The Maker of creation's bound- 
less sphere, [revere, 

Whom all celestial hosts as Lord 

Whose pow'r divine is past all 
comprehension, 

Became a man, my guilty soul to 
save, [grave. 

And rests from labor in the silent 

3 Here is the place where weary 
souls may tarry; 

Tho 5 near the dead, death can no 
pow'r assume, [tomb. 

For life, eternal life rests in this 

Come then, my par don' d soul, 
with humble Mary 

Behold thy wearied Master sweet- 
ly sleep ; 

Admire his matchless love, adore 
and weep. 

4 I view in thee, thou wan and 

mangled body, 
My Lord, Redeemer, Priest and 

Sacrifice, 
The Bread of life, the Pearl of 

greatest price, 
My soul's Belov'd, the Fairest, 

white and ruddy, 
The pi omis'd Seed, the Lord our 

Righteousness, 
The long-predicted Lamb and 

Prince of peace. 

5 Here will I stay, engag'd in 
contemplation [death; 

On my Redeemer's agony and 
This shall increase and fix my 

warring faith 
In thee, the Finisher of my sal- 
vation ; 
Yea, in my soul and body mortify 
The sins which did my Jesus 

crucify. 

6 Thou Lord of life! fix thou my 
soul and senses [heart ; 

On thee, the dearest object of my 



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45 



That when from tliis vain world 

1 shall depart, 
And when the awful scene of death 

commences, 

1 may resign my spirit unto thee, 
And in thy presence live eternally. 

7 Meanwhile I'll love and thank 

without cessation 
Thee, my Redeemer, who my soul 

hast bought, 
And me, a wand'ring sheep, in 

mercy sought ! 
Accept my tears, my pray'r and 

adoration ; [sign 

To thee my life, my all I now re- 
in life and death ; O keep me 

ever thine ! 

123. T. 203. 

NOW while I, like Mary, 

My best spices carry 

To mv Saviour's tomb ; 

I'll behold his body 

Mangled, pale, and bloody ; 

Now my sabbath's come. 

But, alas ! — what spices has 

My poor heart, save tears and 

crying, 
Heart-felt throbs and sighing ! 

2 Lo! methinks his body, 
There stretch'd out already, 
Lifeless I behold: 

Yes, I view him yonder, 
And astonish'd ponder 
O'er him dead and cold, 
Deep and wide — I see his side, 
Livid wounds on ev'ry member 
I see without number. 

S Back, the scourges ploughed ! 
Side, whence blood-streams flow- 
Hands, and feet, and head ! [ed ! 
Lips, o'er which death hover'd, 
Now with paleness cover'd ! 
Cheeks, whose color's fled! 
Bruised face — still full of grace ! 
On this scene I gaze ashamed, 
Weep whene'er 'tis named. 



4 Lamb of God, my Saviour, 
Thou shalt be for ever 
My most fav'rite theme : 
And for thy atonement, 
Might I ev'ry moment 
Praise thy saving- name: 
Constantly — thy passion be, 
Till my final consummation, 
My heart's meditation. 

124.* T. 45. 

O DEEPEST grief,— which the 

relief 
Of mankind hath procured ! 
God's beloved only Son 
In a tomb was buried. 

2 Ye sons of men, — this doleful 
plan 

Was laid by your transgression ; 
What Christ suffer' d for your 

guilt 
Is beyond expression. 

3 The Lamb of God— shed all Ins 
blood, 

Which flow'd upon the mountain; 
This for all iniquity 
Is an open fountain. 

4 O Prince of Peace, — thou Source 

of grace, 
And Author of salvation! 
Thy unbounded love demands 
Humble adoration. 

5 How blest he is — who weighetk 
this, 

That God became his Saviour, 
To bestow eternal life 
Upon him for ever! 

6 O Jesus blest ! — my heart's true 
rest, 

Be thou my soul's desire, 
Till I too can in my tomb 
From this world retire. 

±25. T. 119. 

SLAUGHTER'D Lamb, :R: 
My Redeemer ! while I view 
Thee by faith, I'm lost in wonder; 
Grateful tears my cheeks bedew : 



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Blessed Saviour, when I ponder 
On the cause of all thy g-rief and 
Melts my heart. :jj: [smart, 

2 Holy Lord, :||: 
By thy body giv'n to death, 
Mortify my sinful nature 
Till I 'yield my dying breath. 
Ah, protect thy feeble creature, 
Till I shall in heav'n for ever be, 
Lord, with thee. :jj: 

126. T, 11. 

vxO, my soul, go ev'ry day, 
To the tomb where Jesus lay ; 
Be my members with him dead, 
Be his sepulchre my bed. 

2 Boldest foes dare never come, 
Near my Saviour's sacred tomb ; 
Evil never can molest 
Those who near his body rest. 

127.* T. 185. 

W HEN I visit Jesus' grave in 
It is never done in vain ; [spirit, 
Since 'tis only from his death and 

merit 
I can life and strength obtain : 



Jesus' cross, his last hours in his 
passion, 

Jesus' stripes, his woimds and ex- 
piration, 

Jesus' body and his blood 

Shall remain my highest g"Ood. 

128. T. 205. 

.RESTING in the silent grave, 
Spent with torment, pang's and 

cries, 
See the Lord God, strong to save! 
Him, whose thunders shake the 

skies ! 
'Twas for me he groan'd, he bled, 
And was number'd with the deadj 
Sacred body, with amaze, 
Thankfully on thee I g*aze. 

129.* T. 519. 

MOST holy Lord and God ! 

Holy, almighty God! 

Holy and most merciful Saviour ! 

Thou eternal God! 

Grant that we may never 

Lose the comforts from thy death! 

Have mercy, O Lord ! 



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130.* T. 132. 

CHRIST Jesus was to death 
abas'd 

Because of our transgression ; 

But now for us, by being rais'd, 

Hath gain'd life and salvation. 

'Tis this should prompt us to re- 
joice, [voice, 

To praise the Lord with heart and 

In singing Hallelujah ! 

2 By none of all the human race 
Could death and hell be foiled; 
Sin render'd all men weak and 

base, 
All ruin'd were and spoiled ; 



Death having enter'd by the fall, 
Bore sway and was entail'd on all ; 
All sinners are by nature. 

3 But Jesus Christ, the Son of God, 
In love and great compassion, 
To free us from sin's g-alling load, 
Appear'd in human fashion : 

He hath destroy'd sin's pow'r and 

claim, 
And left death nothing" but the 

name; 
Its sting can't hurt believers. 

4 How great and wond'rous was 
the strife, 

life was by death assailed ! 



Of the Resurrection of Christ from the Grave. 47 



But Jesus Christ, the Prince of 

life, 
O'er sin and death prevailed ; 
He triumph'd over them in death, 
And we areconqu'rors too by faith 
In Christ our risen Saviour. 

5 He is the blessed Paschal Lamb, 
By God himself appointed : 

The prophets all aloud proclaim 
That he is the Anointed. 
If on our hearts his blood appear, 
We're freed from death's enslav- 
ing- fear, 
Subdu'd is that destroyer. 

6 This is the day the Lord hath 
made 

To lively hopes to raise us ; 

Let heav'n rejoice, let earth be 

glad. 
And join to sing his praises: 
For Christ, our everlasting- light, 
Dispels the clouds of sin's dark 

night, 
And all the pow'rs of darkness. 

7 The bread of life we eat in faith 
Is Jesus Christ our Saviour, 
Who conquer'd Satan, sin and 

death, 
And liveth now and ever : 
Our souls desire no other food, 
But our Redeemer's flesh and 

blood, 
Which gives us life eternal. 

131.* T. 590. 

SlXG Hallelujah, Christ doth 
And peace on earth restore ! [live, 
Come, ransom'd souls, and glory 
Sing, worship and adore ! [give, 
With grateful hearts to him we pay 
Our thanks in humble wise : 
Who aught unto our charge can 
'Tis God that justifies. [lay ? 

2 Who can condemn ? since Christ 

was dead, 
And ever lives to God ; 
Now our whole debt is fully paid, 
He saves us by his blood. 



The ransom'd hosts in earth and 

heav'n 
Thro' countless choirs proclaim i 
" He hath redeem'dus; praise be 

giv'n 
To God and to the Lamb !" 

3 God rais'd him up, when he for 
Had freely tasted death, [all 
And thus redeem'd us from the 
On this we ground our faith . [fall; 
For God thereby his sacrifice 
Declar'd, unto his praise, 

An all-sufficient ransom-price 
For Adam's fallen race. 

4 The God of peace to guilty man 
Doth pard'ning grace afford, 
Since from the dead he brought 

again 
Our Shepherd, Head and Lord ; 
That Shepherd who so freely shed 
His blood for sinners poor; 
Who dy'd, but now is ris'n indeed, 
And lives for evermore. 

5 The God of mercies let us praise, 
Who saveth fallen men, 

And by his pow'r which Christ did 
From death begets again [raise, 
Us to a lively confidence, 
That we for Jesus' sake 
Shall of that blest inheritance, 
Reserv'd for us, partake. 

6 His resurrection's pow'r divine. 
By grace on us bestow'd, 
Renews us, that we, dead to sin, 
May live alone to God : 

Thus we, supported by his might, 
From strength to strength pro- 
ceed ; [iig"ht, 
And, walking in his truth and 
Praise him in word and deed. 

7 In all we do,constrain'd by love, 
We'll joy to him afford, 

And to God's will obedient prove 
Thro' Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Sing Hallelujah ! and adore 
On earth the Lamb once slain, 
Till we in heav'n shall evermore 
Exalt his name, Amen! 



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±32. T. 390. 

JljELIEVING souls, rejoice and 
Your risen Saviour see, [sing*, 

And say, " O death, where is thy 
O grave, thy victory ?" [sting ? 
He dy'd your guilty souls to save; 
And, dying-, conquer'd death; 
Was bury'd in the gloomy grave, 
But re-assum'd his breath. 

2 Rejoice, your conqu'ring Sa- 
viour lives, 

He lives, to die no more ; 

And life eternal freely gives, 

Since he our sorrows bore, 

To all who their lost state bewail; 

For Jesus' precious blood 

Doth for each contrite soul prevail 

Before the throne of God. 

3 Sing praises to our risen Lord ; 
Life, immortality, 

And lasting bliss, arenowrestor'd 
For all, for you and me. 
Believe the wond'rous deed, my 
Adore his saving name ; [soul, 
Rejoice, ye saints, from pole to 

pole 
His love and pow'r proclaim. 

4 The Prince of life reelin'd his 
Expiring on the cross ; [head, 
But now the Lord is ris'n indeed, 
Is ris'n and lives for us. 
Rejoice, and in the dust adore 
The Lamb for sinners slain; 

He liveth now and evermore, 
For evermore to reigiv 

13b\ T. 50. 

REJOICE, O church, the Sa- 
viour's bride, 

All grief and mourning lay aside: 

With cheerful hearts and voices 
sing 

The resurrection of our king. Hal. 

2 He, having triumph'dover death, 
Now re-assumes his vital breath t 
The angels wait with watchful 

eyes, 
And joy to see their God arise. 



3 Our gracious Saviour, Head 
and Lord, [word; 

Hath well perform'd his promis'd 
And now would have his church 

rejoice; 
He loves to hear her cheerful voice. 

4 Let us then with the heav'nly 
throng 

Now join in that eternal song : 
" Salvation to our God and King, 
Whose death did our redemption 
bring." 

5 Blessing and praise we give to 
thee, [free ; 

That thou from death hast set us 
Thy resurrection from the grave 
Proves clearly thou hast pow'r to 
save. 

6 Thy blood shall wash our gar- 
ments white, [lig-ht, 

Then we, with all the saints in 

Shall joyful meet our Lord and 

Head ; [shed. 

We know for us thy blood was 

7 Astonish' d, at thy footstool low. 
With humble gratitude we bow : 
Our words can never fully tell 
What in our thankful hearts we, 

feel! 

134. T. 590. 

C HRISTIANS, dismiss your 

fear ; 
Let hope and joy succeed, [hear, 
The joyful news with gladness 
" The Lord is ris'n indeed!" 
The promise is fulfill'd 
In Christ our only Head ; 
Justice with mercy's reconcil'd ; 
He lives, who once was dead. 

2 The Lord is ris'n again, 
Who on the cross did bleed ; 
He lives to die no more, Amen ! 
The Lord is ris'n indeed. 
He truly tasted death 
For wretched fallen men ; 
In bitter pangs resigned his breath, 
But now is ris'n again. 



Ofdic Resurrection of Christ from the Grave. 49 



> He hathi himself the keys 
Of death, the grave and hell; 
His is the victory and praise, 
And he rules all thing's well. 
Death now no more I dread, 
But cheerful close mine eyes : 
Death is a sleep, the grave a bed; 
With Jesus 1 shall rise. 

135. T. 11. 

G LORY unto Jesus be ! 
From the curse he set us free ; 
All our griilt on him was laid, 
He the ransom fully paid. 

2 All his glorious work is done ; 
God's well pleased in his Son ; 
For he rais'd him from the dead, 
Christ now reigns, the church's 

Head. 

3 His redeem'd his praise show 
forth, 

Ever glorying 1 in his worth ; 
Angels sing around the throne, 
" Thou art worthy, thou alone !" 

4 Ye who love him, cease to mourn, 
He will certainly return ; 

All his saints with him shall reign ; 
Come, Lord Jesus, come! Amen. 

136. T. 580. 

J ESUS, who dy'd the world to 

save, 
Revives and rises from the grave, 
By his almighty pow'r : 
From sin and death he sets us free, 
He captive leads captivity, 
He lives again, to die no more. 

2 Children of God, look up and see 
Your Saviour, cloth' d with Majes- 
Triumphant o'er the tomb : [ty, 
Cea.se, cease to grieve, cast off" 

3 r our fears, 
In heav'n your mansions he pre- 
pares, 
And soon will come to take you 
home. 



3 His church is still his joy and 

crown, 
He looks with love and pity down 
On her he did redeem : [knows, 
Each member of his church he- 
He shares their joys and feels 

their woes, [him. 

And they shall ever reign with 

137.* T. 22. 

REJOICE, the Lord in triumph 
reigns, [chains, 

Breaks death and hell's infernal 
Retakes his life and majesty ! 
Praise him to all eternity ! 

2 Behold the great accuser cast, 
The hour of darkness now is past; 
No right to us can Satan claim, 
If we believe in Jesus' name. 

138. T. 14. 

On this glad day a brighter 
Of glory was display 'd [scene 
By God,th' eternal Word, than 
The universe was made. [when 

2 He riseth, who mankind hath 

bought 
With grief and pain extreme : 
'Twas great to speak the world 

from noug'ht, 
'Tis greater to redeem. 

139.* T. 132. 

\j HRIST, being risen from the 
To Mary show'd his favor, [tomb, 
And kindly called her by name ; 
She, when she saw her Saviour, 
Directly turn'd about in haste, 
His feet with heart-felt joy em- 

brae'd, 
And hail'd her risen Master. 

2 His holy name for ever be 
Adored, bless'd and praised, 
That he hath such invariably 
To taste his friendship raised, 
As Mary Magdalen, and me, 
Who nought can boast of, but 
that he [sions. 

Hath pardon'd then* trans gres- 



50 



Of the Ascension of Christ, &c. 



3 How happy feels a contrite 
heart, 

Enjoying Christ's salvation f 
Those who have chosen Mary's 

part 
And fav'rite occupation, 
Find in our Saviour, day and night, 
A source of comfort and delight; 
'Tis this makes life important. 

4 He pardon'd me, like Magdalen, 
I love him, my Preserver ! 

I love him, but (it gives me pain) 
I love not with such fervor. 
When Jesus I shall once behold, 
I then shall feel as she of old, 
When he to her appeared. 

140.* T. 185. 

XXAIL, all hail, victorious Lord 

and Saviour ! 
Thou hast burst the bonds of 

death! 
Grant us, as to Mary, that great 

favor 
To embrace thy feet in faith : 
Thou hast in our stead the curse 

endured, 
And for us eternal life procured ; 
Joyful, we with one accord 
Hail thee as our risen Lord. 



2 O thou matchless Source of 

consolation, 
Scarce thy resting moments end 
When aheart-enliv'ning salutation 
To thy children thou dost send ; 
We would share thy dear disci- 
ples' feeling, [ing ; 
As before their risen Master kneel- 
Thus shall we, with all our heart, 
Witness what a Friend thou art ! 

141.* T. 205. 

J ESUS, who is always near, 

To assuage his children's grief, 

Unto Thomas did appear, 

To remove his unbelief, 

" Come," he said, "my nail prints 

view, [thro';" 

And my side, the spear pierc'd 
Bold in faith he then avow'd : 
" Christ, thou art my Lord, my 

God!" 

2 I would go from pole to pole 
To behold my risen Lord; 
But content thyself, my soul, 
Listen to thy Saviour's word : 
" They who me by faith receive, 
Without seeing who believe, 
Trust my word and thereon rest, 
They abundantly are blest." 



VII. Of the Ascension of Christ ; his Sitting at the Right 
Hand of God, and interceding for us. 



142.* T. 83. 

SURELY God is present here! 
Since the Lord with grace and 

favor 
To my spirit doth appear, 
As my Jesus, as my Saviour ; 
For the holy Trinity 
Is to us in Jesus nigh. 

2 O might all my wishes tend 
Unto Christ without cessation, 
He's my best and nearest Friend, 
Full of grace, truth and salvation; 



I, when he is present, feel 
Happiness, no tongue can tell. 

3 Holy awe pervades my heart, 
When I see my great Creator 
Of man's nature taking part, 
That he, as my Mediator, 
Might lay down his life for me, 
And from deathmight set me free^ 

4 In the grave for me he lay, 
Then arose, with pow'r, andglo* 

rious, 
Grace triumphant to display, 
Proving over death victorious ; 



Of the Ascension of Christ, &c. 



51 



And for forty days was seen, 
By his foll'wers, God with men! 

5 When the Lord's disciples saw- 
Jesus, gloriously arrayed, [draw, 
From their longing 1 sight with- 
in a cloud to heav'n conveyed; 
Sure, alternate grief and joy 
Did their hearts and thoughts 

employ. 

6 He ascended up on high, 
Glorious and with honor crowned, 
Cloth'd in god-like majesty, 

Is at God's right-hand enthroned; 
And doth still as man appear, 
Pleading for poor sinners there. 

7 God beprais'd, they who are his, 
In this present dispensation 
Nought essential ever miss, 
Since they share in his salvation ; 
Tho' unseen, he's nigh to all, 
Who in truth upon him call. 

S O when will the time draw near, 
That he, who to heav'n ascended, 
Will in majesty appear, 
By the heav'nly hosts attended! 
But we're silent ; — to believe 
Is our lot, while here we live. 

143.* T. 58. 

1 E, the Lord's redeemed, 
Holy, beloved, 

Who as new creatures are in 
Christ approved, 

Look heaven-ward ! 

2 That he, who ascended 
For our salvation, 

May give you of his grace a sweet 
sensation, Tho' still unseen. 

3 Countenance majestic, 
Yet kind and gracious, 

Of our once suffering, now exalted 
Jesus ! We gaze at thee. 

4 Hark ! the Father welcomes 
His Son beloved : 

" Come thou, whose pow'rful arm 
victorious proved, 

Come to my throne ! 



5 Sit thou at my right-hand, 
Till for thy passion, 

Thy foes shall at thy footstool 
with prostration 

Confess thee Lord." 

6 At the word of th' Father, 
With awe before him 

The countless heav'nly hosts fall 
down, adore him, 

And homage pay. 

7 W 7 hile on earth we tarry, 
His death and passion 

W r e will show forth, and our 
sanctification 

From him derive. 

8 With his ransom'd people, 
Each day that passes 

Shall be devoted unto solemn 
praises For Jesus' death. 

9 Lamb of God most holy! 
Praise, honor, blessing, 

Be giv'n to God, thro' thee, by 
all possessing 

Thy saving grace. 

10 Everlasting praises 
And adoration 

To him, who hath himself by Je- 
sus' passion 

To us made known ! 

11 Holy, holy, holy ! 
In earth and heaven, 

To God and to the Lamb be glory 
given By all that breathe ! 

144. T. 14. 

JL HE Lordascendethup on high, 
Deck'd with resplendent wounds ; 
While shouts of vict'ry rend the 

sky, 
And heav'n with joy resounds. 

2 Eternal gates their leaves un- 
fold, 

Receive the conqu'ring King : 

The angels strike their harps of 
gold, 

And saints triumphant sing. 



Of the Ascension of Christ, &e. 



3 Sinners, rejoice; he dy'd for you; 
For you prepares a place; 

His spirit sends, you to endow 
With ev'ry gift and grace. 

4 His blood, which did for you 
atone, 

For your salvation pleads ; 

And seated on his Father's throne, 

He reigns and intercedes. 

145.* T. 146. 

lx O up with shouts of praise ! 
Go up, High-priest, to heaven ! 
Who hast the ransom'd race 
Upon thy heart engraven ; 
Though seated on thy throne, 
Thou deign'st to hear our pray'r ; 
Nor art asham'd to own, 
That we thy brethren are. 

146.* T.26. 

O COMFORT, words can ne'er 
express ! [ed, 

That, by th' angelic hosts attend- 

Our gracious Lord to heav'n as- 
cended, 

There to prepare for us a place. 

147. T. 080. 

WHEN thou, dear Saviour, 

didst ascend, 
" My hosts," thy Father said, 

" attend, 
And worship ye the Son." 
With loud acclaims of joy they 

gaz'd, 
And cheerful Hallelujahs rais'd, 
Adoring humbly at thy throne. 

2 Can we thy triumphs e'er forget? 
Shall we not worship at thy feet, 
For all thy griefs and pain ? 
Yes, we wiil j oin th' angelic throng, 
In singing that eternal song : 

" Worthy the Lamb, for he was 
slain!" 

3 Th' assembly, which with thee 
at rest [drest, 

Appears in spotless garments 



Bows down and humbly sings : 
We too thy saving name will bless, 
And thee, our gracious Lord, con- 
fess [kings ! 
The Lord of lords and King of 

148.* T. 132. 

llAISE your devotion, mortal 

tongues, 
To praise the King of glory ; 
Sweetbe the accents of your songs 
To him who went before you : 
Lo! angels strike their loudest 

strings, 
For heav'n and all created things 
Must sound Immanuel's praises. 

2 Ye mourning souls, look up- 
ward too, 

For Christ is now preparing, 

At God's right-hand a place for 

you ; 
Shake off all thoughts despairing : 
Thence he your gracious Lord 

Will come [home, 

To fetch your longing spirits 
And crown your love and labor. 

3 Since he o'er heav'n bears sov'- 
reign sway, 

By all it's pow'rs attended; 
And hath more graces to display 
Than can be comprehended: 
Fear not, for he his blessing pours 
On such meek humble breasts as 

yours, 
The objects of his favor. 

149. T. 22. 

1 O thee, our Lord, all praise be 

giv'n, 
For thy ascending up to heav'n: 
Support us while on earth we stay, 
And kindly hear us when we pray. 

2 Tho' seated on thy Father's 
throne, [own ; 

Thou ne'er wilt cease thy flock to 
For we believe, that thou art near 
When in thy presence we appear. 



Of the Ascension of Christ, &e. 



53 



3 For us to heav'n thou didst as- 
cend, 

To plead our cause, and to attend 
To all our wants, yea, to prepare 
A place for us, thy bliss to share. 

4 At parting from thy little fold, 
Thy second advent was foretold; 
Therefore we wait with eagerness. 
Lord Jesus, to behold thy face. 

150. T. 590. 

W E sing thy praise, exalted 

Lamb, 
"Who sitt'stupon the throne: 
Ten thousand blessings to thy 

name, 
Who worthy art alone ! 
Thy sacred, bruised body bore 
Our sins upon the tree : 
And now thou liv'st for evermore: 
O may we live to thee ! 

2 Poor sinners, sing the Lamb 
that dy'd ! 

{What theme can sound so sweet!) 
His drooping head, his streaming' 

side, 
His pierced hands and feet ; [love, 
With all that scene of suffering 
"Which faith presents to view ; 
For now he reigns andlives above, 
Yea, lives and reigns for you. 

3 Was ever grace, Lord, rich as 
thine, 

Can aught so great be nam'd? 

What pow'rful beams of love di- 
vine 

Thy tender heart innam'd! 

Ye angels, praise his glorious 
name, 

Who lov'd and conquer'd thus ; 

And we will likewise laud the 

For he was slain for us. [Lamb, 

151. T. 595. 

J ESUS, who dy'd, is now- 
Seated upon his throne : 
The angels, who before him bow, 
His just dominion own. 

E 



2 Th' un worthiest of his friends 
Upon his heart he bears ; 

He ever to their cause attends, 
For them a place prepares. 

3 Blest Saviour, condescend 
My advocate to be : 

1 could not have a better friend 
To plead with God for me. 

152.* T. 58. 

1 HE man of sorrows, whose 

most precious blood 
Pleads now our cause before the 

throne of God, 
Is in glory seated, and with com- 
passion [congregation 
Beholds, both far and near, each 
With looks of love. 

153. T. 14. 

J ESUS, our High-priest and our 

Head, 
Who bear'st our flesh and blood, 
And always interced'st for us 
Before the throne of God ; 

2 We know thou never canst for- 
get 

Us thy weak members here ; 
Yea, when we suffer in the least, 
Thou part with us wilt bear. 

3 Thou with great tenderness art 
touch' d 

At what thy children feel ; 
When by temptations we are 

press 'd, 
Thou know'st well what we ail. 

4 Thou hast a tender sympathy 
With ev'ry grief and pain ; 

For when thou wast a man on 

earth, 
Thou didst the same sustain. 

5 And tho' in heav'n exalted now, 
Yet thou to us art near ; [wants, 
Know'st all our weaknesses' and 
And list'nest to our pray'r. 

6 What shall we say for this thy 
But 'fore thee prostrate lie ; [love, 



54 



Of God, as manifested in the Creation- 



And thank thee that thou wast a 
To all eternity. [man, 



154. 



T. 14. 

we meditate the 



With joy, 

grace 
Of our High-priest above ; 
His heart is fill'd with tenderness, 
His bowels yearn with love. 

2 In all our griefs he takes a share, 
He knows our feeble frame; 

He knows what sore temptations 
For he hath felt the same. [are, 

3 He in the days of feeble flesh, 
Pour'd out strong cries and tears; 



And, in his measure, feels afresh 
What ev'ry member bears. 

4 He'll never quench the smoking 
But raise it to a flame; [flax, 
The bruised reed he never breaks, 
Nor scorns the meanest name. 

5 Then let our humble faith ad- 
His mercy and his pow'r; [dress 
We shall obtain deliv'ring grace 
In the distressing hour. 

6 He ever lives to intercede 
Before his Father's face; 

Give him, my soul, thy cause to 

plead, 
Nor doubt the Father's grace. 



VIII. Of God, as manifested in the Creation, Preserva- 
tion and Government of the World, 



1j3.* T. 234. 

GOD, thou bottomless abyss! 
Thee to describe I am not able; 

1 can't express thy properties, 
Thy heights and depths immea- 
surable ! 

Thou'rt an unfathomable sea, 
The God of universal nature: 
True wisdom is not found in me, 

I'm a short-sighted feeble creature. 

Td place thee full in view, 

And give thee praises due; 

But with mere weakness I'm sur- 
rounded; 

For all that thou art, knows 

Nor origin, nor close; [ed ! 

Ah, here my senses are confound- 

2 All sprung from thine omnipo- 
tence, 

What now or ever hath subsisted: 
No single atom comes by chance; 
Wert thou not, nothing had exist- 
ed. 
Whate'er accosts our ear or eye, 
Object of knowledge or the senses, 
Derives its origin from thee, 
Its being at thy word commences : 



None can control thy will ; 

AVhat is impossible 

With men, thou to effect art able. 

Thou to thyself alone 

Art adequately known ; 

Thy wisdom is immeasurable. 

3 No limits thee can circum scribe, 
Thy kingdom ev'ry where extend- 

eth ; [scribe ? 

Who can thy greatness e'er de- 
Thy praise and power never end- 
Thou stretchest to infinity, [eth. 
Beyond the highest heavens seated; 
Thy glorious name, thy majesty 
Can never be conceiv'd or meted. 
Thou art ador'd by all, 
Each must before thee fall ; 
Whoe'er in confidence applied 
To thee in his distress, 
Prov'd thy unbounded grace, 
And all his wants were well sup- 
plied. 

4 Counsel and deed are one with 
thee, 

And justice in thy court preskleth; 
Perfection's thine, without d» 
And love thy character abidcth. 



Preservation and Government of the World. 55 



Mercy and faithfulness most true, 
And grace and goodness beyond 

measure, 
Are ev'ry morning 1 to us new, 
According* to thy own good pleas- 
Each moment of our days [ure. 
Thy tender care displays, 
And some new pledge of mercy 

showeth. 
What we are or shall be, 
Must be deriv'd from thee, 
From whom alone each blessing 

floweth. 

5 Ah! who can render thee just 
praise? 

Who ? tho' his heart and tongue 

combined ! 
No temple is thy dwelling-place, 
Thy worship cannot be confined ; 
By building shrines, where thou 

shalt be, 
No man thy proper aim attain eth; 
Thou lovest him, who trusts in 

thee, 
And prostrate at thy feet remain- 

eth; 
What man performs for thee, 
Shall his own profit be ; 
Thou of his gifts hast no occasion: 
Thou dost on him bestow 
Life, and salvation too; 
But thou receivest no accession. 

6 Thy hand rewards, tho' all is 
thine, 

Thou ! by whose fire thy foes must 

perish ; 
Altho' its genial warmth and shine 
Thy friends meanwhile doth warm 

and cherish. 
The seraphim with sweetest tone 
Express their praise and adoration; 
The elders, kneeling at thy throne, 
Serve thee with deepest veneration . 
Thine is the kingdom, pow'r, 
And glory evermore! 
With humble awe I sink ashamed 
Before thy majesty; 
Thou art essentially 
All that is great and holy named ! 



156. T. 14. 

Almighty God, thou soV- 

reign Lord, 
'Fore thee we prostrate fall, 
In heaven and on earth ador'd, 
As the great Cause of all. 

2 Thou canst not by our eyes be 
seen, 

Thou art a spirit pure, 
Who from eternity hast been, 
And always shalt endure. 

3 Present alike in ev'ry place 
Thy Godhead we adore, 
Beyond the bounds of time and 

space 
Thou dwellest evermore. 

4 In wisdom infinite thou art, 
Thine eye doth all things see, 
And ev'ry thought of ev'ry heart 
Is fully known to thee. 

5 Whate'er thou wilt, thou, Lord, 
canst do 

Here and in heav'n above, 
But chiefly we rejoice to know 
Almighty God is Love! 

6 Thou lov'st whate'er thy hands 
have made ; 

Thy goodness we rehearse, 

In shining characters display'd 

Throughout the universe. 

7 With longing eyes thy creatures 
wait 

On thee for daily food : 

Thy lib'ral hand provides them 

meat, 
And fills their mouths with good. 

8 Sweet is the mem'ry of thy grace, 
My God, my heav'nly King ! 

Let age to age thy righteousness 
In sounds harmonious sing. 

9 Creatures with all their endless 
race; 

Thy pow'r and praise proclaim : 
May we, who taste thy richer grace, 
Delight to bless thy name! 



35 OF God, as manifested in the Creation, 



±57.* T. 22. 

M OXARCH of all, with humble 
fear [raise, 

To thee heav'n's hosts their voices 

Ev'n earth and dust thy bounties 
share: 

Let earth and dust attempt thy 
praise. 

2 Before thy face, O Lord most 
high ! 

Sinks all created glory down ! 
Yet be not wroth with me, that I, 
Vile worm, draw near thy awful 
throne. 

3 Of all thou the beginning art, 
Of all things thou alone the end: 
On thee still fix my wav'ring heart, 
To thee let all my actions tend. 

4 Thou, Lord, art light: thy native 

ray 
No shade, no variation knows; 
To my dark soul thy light display, 
The brightness of thy face dis- 
close. 

5 Thou, Lord, art love: from thee 

pure love 
Flows forth in unexhausted 

streams ; 
Let me its quick'ning virtue prove, 
O fill my heart with sacred flames! 

6 Thou, Lord, art good, and thou 

alone : [sire, 

With eager hope, with warm de- 
Thee may I still my portion own, 
To thee in ev'ry thought aspire. 

7 So shall my ev'ry pow'r to thee 
In love and endless praises rise; 
Yea, body, soul and spirit be 
Thy ever living sacrifice. 

8 Lord God almighty, ceaseless 
praise [giv'n; 

In heav'n, thy throne, to thee is 
Here, as in heav'n, thy name we 

bless, 
Tor where thy presence shines, is 

heav'n. 



158. T. 1*. 

JLOXG ere the lofty skies were 

spread, 
Jehovah fill'd his throne; 
Ere man was form'd, or angels 
The -Maker liv'd alone. [made, 

2 His boundless years can ne'er 
decrease, 

But still maintain their prime, 
Eternity's his dwelling-place, 
And ever is his time. 

3 'While like a tide our minutes 
The present and the past, [flow, 
He fills his own immortal now, 
And sees our ages waste. 

159.* T. 590. 

LORD, when thousaidst, "So 
let it be," [shone, 

The heav'ns were spread, and 

And this whole earth stood glo- 
riously ; 

Thou spak'st, and it was done ; 

The whole creation still records, 

Unto this very day, 

That thou art God, the Lord of 

Thee all things must obey, [lords; 

160. T. 22. 

JLiORD ! I contemplate with de- 
light [night: 
Thy various works, both day and 
What glory shines thro' ev'ry part, 
What boundless pow'r, what 
wond'rous art! 

2 All things in beauteous form 

appear'd, 
By thy almighty Fiat rear'd : 
At last thou from the dust didst 

raise 
Thine image, Man, unto thy praise. 

161. T. 22. 

vxIYE to our God immortal 

praise! 
Mercy and truth are all his ways; 



Preservation and Government of the AV r orld. 



Give to the Lord of lords renown, 
The King* of king's with glory 
crown. 

2 1 le built the earth, lie spread 
the sky, 

And fixt the starry lights on high: 
He fills the sun with morning- light, 
He bids the moon direct the night. 

3 He sent his son with pow'r to 
save 

From guilt, from darkness, and 

the grave : 
Wonders of grace to God belong, 
Repeat his mercies in your song. 

4 Thro' this vain world he guides 
our feet, 

And leads us to his heav'nly seat; 
His mercies ever shall endure, 
When this vain world shall be no 
more. 

162. T. 166, 

lilGH in the heav'ns, eternal 

God, 
Thy goodness in full glory shines; 
Thy truth shall break thro 5 ev'ry 

cloud [signs. 

That veils on earth thy wise de- 
For ever firm thy justice stands, 
As mountains their foundations 

keep ; [hands ; 

Great are the wonders of thy 
Thyjudgments are a mighty deep. 

2 Thy providence is kind and 
large, [share; 

Both man and beast thy bounty 
The whole creation is thy charge, 
But man is thy peculiar care. 
My God, how excellent thy grace! 
Whence all our hope and comfort 

springs, 
The sons of Adam in distress 
Fly to the shadow of thy wings. 

3 From the provisions of thy house 
We s h all be fed with s weet rep as t ; 
There mercy, like a river, flows, 
And we the living water taste. 



Life, like a fountain rich and free, 
Springs from thy presence, gra- 
cious Lord, 
And in thy light divine we see 
The glories promis'd in thy word. 

163.* T.214. 

1 WILL sing to my Creator, 
Unto God I'll render praise, 
Who, by ev'ry thing in nature, 
Magnifies his tender grace. 
Nought but loving condescension 
Still inclines his faithful heart 
To support and take their part, 
Who pursue his blest intention, 
All things to their period tend, 
But his mercy hath no end. 

2 Yea, his Son his heart paternal 
Freely did g-ive up for me, 

Me to save from death eternal 
And from endless misery. 
Depth of love past comprehension! 
Whence can my weak spirit fetch 
Thoughts profound enough to 

reach 
This unfathom'd condescension 1 
All things, &.c. 

3 His good Spirit's blest instruc- 
tion 

In his word to me is giv'n, 
Whose unerring manuduction 
Leads me in the way to heav'n. 
He endows my soul and spirit 
With the light of living faith, 
To o'ercome sin, world and death, 
And escape the hell I merit. 
All things, &c. 

4 My soul's welfare he advances, 
For my body he doth care; 

Aid and comfort he dispenses, 
When I call on him by pray'r ; 
When my nat'ral strength is 

shrinking-, 
In the time of utmost need, 
He, my God, draw T s nigh with 

speed, 
And recovers me from sinking, 
All things, &c. 



58 



Of God, as manifested in the Creation, 



5 As a hen is us'd to gather 
Her young 1 brood beneath her 

wings, 
So hath God, my heav'nly Father, 
Kept me safe from hurtful things; 
Had my God withdrawn his favor, 
Had not his protecting grace 
Sav'd me in each trying case, 

1 should have been helped never. 
All things, &c. 

6 Since nor end, nor bounds, nor 
measure, 

In God's mercies can be found, 
Heart and hands I lift with pleas- 
ure, 
As a child in duty bound; 
Humbly I request the favor : 
Grant me grace both day and 

night, 
Thee to love with all my might, 
Till I change this infant savor 
For that taste of bliss above, 
Perfect praise and endless love. 

164, T. 14. 

WHEN all thy mercies, O my 
My rising soul surveys, [God, 
Transported with the view, I'm 

lost 
In wonder, love, and praise. 

2 O how shall words with equal 
The gratitude declare, [warmth 
That glows within my ravish'd 

heart ! 
But thou canst read it there. 

3 Thy providence my life sustain' d, 
And all my wants redrest, 
When in the silent womb I lay, 
And hung upon the breast. 

4 To all my weak complaints and 
Thy mercy lent an ear, [cries 
Ere yet my feeble thoughts had 

learnt 
To form themselves in pray'r. 

5 Unnumber'd comforts to my 
Thy tender care bestow'd, [soul 
Before my infant heart conceiv'd 
From whom those comforts flow'd. 



6 When in the slipp'ry paths of 
youth 

With heedless steps I ran, 
Thine arm, unseen, convey'd me 
And led me up to man . [safe, 

7 Thro' hidden dangers, toils and 
It gently clear' d my way, [deaths, 
And thro' the pleasing snares of 
More to be fear'd than they . [vice, 

8 When worn with sickness, oft 
hast thou 

With health renew'd my face ; 
And when in sin and sorrow sunk 
Reviv'd my soul with grace. 

9 Ten thousand thousand precious 
My daily thanks employ; [gifts 
Nor is the least a cheerful heart, 
That tastes those gifts with joy. 

10 Thro' ev'ry period of my life 
Thy goodness I'll pursue; 

And after death, in heav'n with 
The glorious theme renew, [thee, 

11 Thro' all eternity to thee 
A joyful song I'll raise: 
But, O ! eternity's too short 
•To utter all thy praise. 

165. T. 14. 

JL N thee I live, and move, and am; 
Thou number'st all my days : 
As thou renew'st my being, Lord, 
Let me renew thy praise. 

2 From thee I am, thro' thee I am, 
And for thee I must be : 
'Twere better for me not to live, 
Than not to live to thee. 

3 Naked I came into this world, 
And nothing with me brought ; 
And nothing have I here deserv'd; 
Yet I have lacked nought. 

4 I do not praise my lab 'ring hand, 
My lab 'ring head, or chance: 
Thy providence, most gracious 
Is my inheritance. [God, 

5 Thy bounty gives me bread with 
A table free from strife : [peace, 



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Thy blessing' is the staff of bread, 
Which is the staff of life. 

6 The daily favors of my God 

1 cannot sing" at large : 

Yet humbly can I make this boast, 
I am th' Almighty's charge. 

7 Lord, in the day, thou art about 
The paths wherein I tread; 

And in the nigmt, when I lie down, 
Thou art about my bed. 

8 O let my house a temple be, 
That I and mine may sing 
Hosannas to thy majesty, 
And praise our heav'nly King". 

166.* T. 192. 

HOW well, O Lord, art thou 

thy people leading*, 
Tho' oft thy ways seem wonderful 

and strange! 
There can be nothing wrong* in 

thy proceeding-, 
Because thy faithfulness can never 

change, 
Thy ways seem often crooked, 

yet are straight, 
In which thy chi) dren are ordain'd 

to walk ; 
Should all to ruin seem to go and 

wreck, 
At last 'tis seen that thou art wise 

and great. 

2 Far as from east to west, thy 
wisdom scatters 

Things, which man's prudence to 
combine would try; 

And that, which some would lay 
in bonds and fetters, 

Is by thy power rais'd to reach 
the sky : [intend 

The contrary to what thou dost 

Sometimes presents itself to hu- 
man sight ; 

Man, while he thought he under- 
stood it right, 

Is often disappointed in the end. 



3 'Fore thee that's nought, which 
is the admiration 

Of all; what's nothing, that thou 
lov'st, OLord! 

Fine words with thee find no re- 
commendation, 

Thy impulse must th' emphatic 
pow'r afford. 

The haughty pharisee thou pass- 
es t by, 

To humble sinners thou dost 
mercy show; 

Thy thoughts are very high, who 
can them know ! 

What human mind thy wisdom 
can descry! 

4 We magnify thy name, God 
of heaven! 

Who, though thou kill'st, dost 

also quicken us; 
When wisdom's treasures unto us 

are given, [licitou^. 

Thy watchfulness, thy heart so- 
To seek our good, thou dost 'fore 

us display: 
To dwell among us is thy soul's 

delight ; 
Love doth thy kind paternal heart 

excite 
To lead thy children on, from day 

to day. 

5 Thou know'st, O Lord, how 
weak we are and feeble, 

Thou clearly canst discern our 
ignorance; 

To help ourselves we're utterly- 
unable, [tence. 

Our very actions prove our impo- 

Therefore thou tak'st us, thou 
dost us uphold; 

Deal'st father-like, show'st mo- 
ther's faithfulness : 

Those sheep, which that they're 
thine, no man could guess, 

Are ever fed, and kept within thy 
fold. 

6 Sometimes it seems, thou art 
severely dealing, [ate; 

Again art tender and compassion- 



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Of God, as manifested in the Creation, 



Thy chastisement corrects us when 

we're failing", 
Whene'er our minds seek to ex- 

travagate. 
Then bashfulness forbids us to 

look up; 
Thou pardon'st us, we promise 

better things ; 
Thy holy Spirit peace unto us 

brings, [stop. 

And puts to all extravagance a 

7 O give me heav'nly wisdom's 

penetration, 
Thou, whose eve hateth all de- 
ceitful shine! [lion 
That I distinguish nature's opera- 
From grace, that I discern thy 

light from mine. 
Let no strange fire be kindled in 

my mind, 
"Which I might bring before thee 

foolishly, 
And vainly think, O Lord, of 

pleasing thee: 
How blest is he who thy true light 

doth find! 

167.* T. 106. 

JuLE that confides in his Creator, 
Depending on him all his days, 
Shall bepreserv'din fire and water, 
Andsav'dinmany dang'rous ways. 
He that makes God his staff' and 
stay, [away. 

Builds not on sand that glides 

2 What gain'st thou by thy anx- 
ious caring ? 

What causes thee to pine away ? 
Thy rest and health thou art im- 
pairing [day. 
By sighs and groans from day to 
Thou art but adding grief to grief, 
Instead of getting sure relief. 

3 Would we but be resign'd and 
quiet, 

And res tin God's good providence, 

Who oft prescribes us wholesome 

diet, [sense! 

Py methods cross to flesh and 



To him, who chose us for his own. 
Our wants and cares are fully 
known. 

4 He knows the hours for joy and 
gladness, 

The proper time and proper place; 
Are we but faithful 'midst our 

sadness, 
Seek not ourselves, but seek his 

praise : 
He'll come, before we are aware, 
And dissipate our grief and care. 

5 God can this hour with ev'ry 
dainty [spread; 

The poor man's table amply 
And strip therichof all his plenty, 
And send him out to beg his bread: 
God can do wonders, if he please, 
Humble the one, the other raise. 

6 Do thou with faith discharge 
thy station, 

Keep God's commands and sing 

his praise; 
Rely on him for preservation, 
On whom the wholecreation stays . 
The man that's truly wise and 

just, [trust. 

Makes God, and God alone, his 

168.* T. If*. 

C OMMIT thou thy each griev- 
Into his faithful hands, [ance 

To his sure care and guidance, 
Who heav'n and earth commands 
For he, the clouds' director, 
Whom winds and seas obey, 
Will be thy kind protector, 
And will prepare thy way. 

2 Rely on God thy Saviour, 
So shalt thou safe go on; 
Build on his grace and favor, 
So shall thy work be done: 
Thou canst make no advances 
By self-consuming care ; 
But he his help dispenses, 
When call'd upon by pray'r. 

3 Thy faithfulness eternal, 
O Father, certainly 



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What's good or detrimental 
Doth for thy children see : 
Thee all things serve in nature, 
According" to thy will ; 
Thou, as the great Creator, 
Thy counsel dost fulfil. 

4 My soul ! then with assurance 
Hope still, be not dismay'd; 
He will from each incumbrance 
Again lift up thy head : 
Beyond thy wish extended 
His goodness will appear, 
When he hath fully ended 
What caus'd thy needless fear. 

169.* T. 595. 

IxIVE to the winds thy fears, 

Hope, and be undismay'd ; 

God hears thy sighs and counts 

thy tears, 
God shall lift up thy head; 
Thro' waves, thro' clouds and 

storms, 
He gently clears thy way; 
Wait thou his time, so shall the 
Soon end in joyous day. [night 

2 He ev'ry where hath way, 
And all things serve his might, 
His ev'ry act pure blessing is, 
His path unsullied light : 
When he makes bare his arm, 
What shall his work withstand? 
When he his people's cause de- 
fends, 

Who, who shall stay his hand? 

3 Leave to his sov'reign sw T ay 
To choose and to command; 
With wbnder fill'd, thou then 

shalt own 
How wise, how strong his hand. 
Thou comprehend^ t him not, 
Yet earth and heaven tell, 
God sits as sov'reign on the throne, 
He ruleth all things well. 

4 Thou seest our weakness, Lord, 
Our hearts are known to thee; 

O lift thou up the sinking hand, 
Confirm the feeble knee ; 



Let us, in life and death, 
Boldly thy truth declare, [breath, 
And publish, with our latest 
Thy love and guardian-care. 

170. T. 151. 

Children of God lack noth- 
ing, 

His promise bears them thro'; 
Who gives the lilies clothing, 
Will clothe his people too ; 
Beneath the spreading heavens, 
No creature but is fed; 
And he, who feeds the ravens, 
Will give his children bread. 
2 Tho' vine, nor fig-tree neither, 
Their wonted fruit should bear; 
Tho' all the fields should wither, 
Nor flocks nor herds be there: 
Yet God the same abiding, 
His praise shall tune my voice ; 
For, while in him confiding, 

1 cannot but rejoice. 

171. T. 581. 

%oi UIET, Lor d, my froward heart, 
Make me teachable and mild, 
Upright, simple, free from art, 
Make me as a weaned child: 
From distrust and envy free, 
Pleas 'd with all that pleaseth thee. 

2 What thou shalt to-day provide, 
Let me as a child receive: 
What to-morrow may betide, 
Calmly to thy wisdom leave: 
'Tis enough that thou wilt care, 
Why should I the burden bear? 

3 As a little child relies 
On a care beyond his own, 
Knows he's neither strong nor 
Fears to stir a step alone: [wise, 
Let me thus with thee abide, 

As my Father, Guard and Guide. 

4 Thus preserv'd from Satan's 
\viles, 

Safe from dangers, free from fears, 
May I live upon thy smiles, 
Till the promis'd hour appears, 
When the sons of God shall prove 
All their Father's boundless love. 



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IX. Of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 



172.* T. 132. 

A O God on high all glory be ! 
And thanks that he's so gracious, 
That hence to all Eternity 
No evil shall oppress us. [men, 
His word declares good will to 
On earth is peace restor'd again 
Thro' Jesus Christ our Saviour. 

2 We humbly thee adore and 
praise, 

And laud for thy great glory : 
Father, thy kingdom lasts always, 
Not frail, nor transitory ; 
Thy pow'r is endless as thy praise, 
Thouspeak'st, the universe obeys ; 
In such a Lord we're happy. 

3 O Jesus Christ, thou Sonbelov'd 
Of thy celestial Father, 

liy whom all enmity's remov'd, 
And all the lost find succor; 
Thou slaughter'd Lamb, our God 

and Lord, 
To needy pray'rs thine ear afford, 
And on us all have mercy ! 

4 O Comforter, God Holy Ghost, 
Thou Source of consolation, 
From Satan's pow'r thou wilt, we 

trust, 
Protect Christ's congregation, 
The purchase of his bitter smart ; 
All evil graciously avert, 
Lead us to life eternal. 

173.* T. 97. 

MOST holy, blessed Trinity! 
God, prais'd to all eternity! 
Lord over all, whose pow'r did 

frame [same; 

The world, and still upholds the 
All things thou reconcilest unto 

thee; jesty! 

With awe we now adore thy Ma- 

2 Father of Jesus, Lord of all, 
Thee we our God and Father call, 



Since Jesus made us by his blood 

Children, andblessed heirs of God; 

Eternal praise and thanks are due 
to thee, 

From Christ's redeemed blood- 
bought property. 

3 O Lamb of God, for sinners 
slain, 

Who didst the human race regain, 
And claim'st it as thy property; 
Worthy art thou eternally! 
For all we are and have is thine 
alone, [thy own. 

Ah! take and keep us evermore 

4 O Holy Ghost, to thee we raise, 
With joyful hearts, our thanks 

and praise, 
For leading us to Christ by faith, 
And glorifying Jesus' death; 
O grant us all the grace, in him 

t' abide, [bride. 

That he may glory in a faithful 

5 We all say, Amen! deeply bow'd 
In presence of the Triune God, 
By whom in Christ we're fore-or- 

dain'd, 
To happiness that knows no end; 
With grateful hearts we thank 

and praise the Lord, 
His saving name for ever be ador ' d! 

174.* T. 230. 

1 O the Father thanks and 
praises, [raises, 

Whose love in Christ to life us 
And comforts us in all distress ; 
Glory, thanks and adoration, 
Be giv'n to Christ without cessa- 
tion, [peace ; 
Whose presence yields us joy and 
The Spirit magnify 
Who doth to us apply — Jesus' 
merit; [here, 
Our God revere, — He's present 
Come, worship Him, with filial fear. 



Of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 



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2 Father of the congregation, 
O what abundant consolation 
We in thy gracious counsel find, 
Winch by Christ was manifested! 
His coming* in the flesh attested 
Thy tender love to all mankind ; 
Thy name we magnify — To all 

eternity ; 
For thy mercies — unbounded are; 
Thy love and care 
Exceed our utmost wish and 

pray'r. 

3 Lord, our matchless Friend and 

Brother, 
Thy praises from each day to th' 

other 
I'll sing, while I have breath in me: 
God, as man to us related! 
The grateful sense thou hast 

created, 
To praise excites me pow'rfully; 
Rise, spirit of gladness, rise, 
Exalt his sacrifice, — Hallelujah! 
In highest strain — To the Lamb 

slain, 
Let heav'n and earth reply, Amen. 

4 Holy Spirit, we adore thee, 
And to thy name give praise and 

glory, 
For graciously directing us, 
To seek pardon, peace and favor 
With God, thro' Jesus Christ our 

Saviour, 
From whom alone salvation flows; 
O fill us with his love, 
So that our walk may prove — To 

his honor; 
And grant that we — Continually 
May to thy voice obedient be. 

175. T. 39. 

O FATHER of mercy, be ever 

ador'd ; 
Thy love was displayed in sending 

our Lord 
To ransom andbless us: thy good- 
ness we praise 
For sending in Jesus salvation by 

grace. 



2 Most merciful Saviour, who 
deignedst to die 

Our curse to remove and our par- 
don to buy; 

Accept our thanksgiving, almigh- 
ty to save, [believe. 

Who openest heaven to all that 

3 O Spirit of wisdom, of love, 
and of pow'r, 

We prove thy blest influence, thy 

grace we adore : 
Whose inward revealing applies 

our Lord's blood, 
Attesting and sealing us children 

of God. 

176. T. 206. 

O FATHER! hear—our humble 
L's kindly own [pray'r; 

As children; since thy Son, 
Whom thou so graciously — And 

free 
Gav'st up to die, — Did satisfy 
For Adam's race; 
Procuring truth and grace. 

2 Most gracious Lord, — Eternal 
Who flesh wast made, [Word ! 
Our Saviour, Friend and Head : 
Thou Holy Lamb of God,— Thy 

blood, [faith 

Thy pain and death, — Preserve in 
Thy church while here, 
Till we 'fore thee appear. 

3 Dear Comforter! — Receive our 
Instruct us, Lord, [pray'r, 
That we may know thy word, 
And thus in love and peace — In- 
crease, [small, 

Oh may we all, — Both great and 
Count all things loss 
Save Jesus and his cross. 

177. T. 58. 

LORD God, Abba Father, 
Who didst, to bless us, 
Send thy own Son, our Lord, and 
call him Jesus, 

We worship thee. 



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Of the Father, 



2 God the Son, Redeemer, 
Who by thy bleeding 

Hast sav'd us sinners, and for us 
art pleading*, Remember us. 

3 Holy Ghost, we praise thee, 
That Christ's revealed 

Unto our hearts, and that by thee 
we're sealed Unto his day. 

4 Bless'd Three ! who bear record 
In heav'nly places, 
Vouchsafe to hear our fervent 

pray'rs and praises, 

For Jesus' sake. 

178. T. 14. 

O UR heav'nly Father, Source of 

love, 
To thee our hearts we raise; 
Thy all-sustaining- pow'r we prove, 
And gladly sing- thy praise. 

2 Lord Jesus, thine we wish to be, 
Our sacrifice receive; 

Made, and preserv'd, and sav'd 

by thee, 
To "thee ourselves we g'ive. 

3 Come, Holy Ghost, the Saviour's 
Shed in our hearts abroad; [love 
So shall we ever live and move, 
And be with Christ in God. 

4 Honor to the almighty Three, 
And everlasting" One; 

All glory to the Father be, 
The Spirit, and the Son. 

179. T. 68. 

HOLY Trinity! 

We confess with joy, 

That our life and whole salvation 

Flow fromGod's blest incarnation, 

And his death for us 

On the shameful cross. 

2 Had we angels' tongues 
With seraphic songs, [thee, 

Bowing hearts and knees before 
Triune God! we would adore thee, 
In the liighest strain, 
For the Lamb once slain. 



Son, and Holy Ghost. 

180.* T. 183. 



>ur 



YV ITH thy presence, Lord, our 
Head and Saviour, 

Bless us all, we humbly pray; 

Our dear heav'nly Father's love 
and favor 

Be our comfort ev'ry day ; 

May the Holy Ghost in each pro- 
ceeding [leading; 

Favor us with his most gracious 

Thus we shall be truly blest, 

Both in labor and in rest. 

181.* T. 58. 

i- HAT our Lord's views with 

us may be attain' d, 
We now commend ourselves, with 

faith unfeign'd, 
To the Father's blessing, to the 

Son's favor, 
The Holy Spirit's guidance now 

and ever, The angels' guard. 

182. T. 167. 

JYIaY the grace of Christ our 

Saviour, 
And the Father's boundless love, 
With the Holy Spirit's favor, 
Rest upon us from above ! 
Thus may we abide in union 
With each other in the Lord; 
And possess, in sweet communion, 
Joys which earth cannot afford. 

183. T. 166. 

1 HAT peace which God alone 

reveals, 
And by his word of grace imparts, 
Which only the believer feels, 
Direct, and keep, and cheer our 

hearts : 
And may the holy Three in One, 
The Father, W T ord,and Comforter, 
Pour an abundant blessing down 
On ev'ry soul assembled here! 

184. T. 185. 

JL HE Lord bless and keep thee 

in his favor, 
As his chosen property; 



Of our Heavenly Father. 



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The Lord make his face shine on 

thee ever, 
And unto thee gracious be; 
The Lord lift his countenance 

most gTacious [tious, 

Upon thee, and be to thee propi- 
And his peace on thee bestow : 
Amen, Amen! Be it so! 

185. T. 595. 

1 E angels round the throne, 
And men that dwell below, 
Worship the Father, love the Son, 
And bless the Spirit too. 

186. T. 22. 

> V ITH grateful hearts we hum- 
bly praise 
Our heav'nly Father for his grace, 



Our Saviour who for sinners bled, 
The Holy Ghost by whom we're 
led. 

187. T. 22. 

J. HE grace of our Lord Jesus 

Christ, 
The love of God so highly priz'd, 
The Holy Ghost's communion, be 
With all of us most sensibly. 

188.* T. 132. 

JN OW" sing, thou happy church 

of God, 
His favor 'd congregation, [blood 
Redeem 'd with Jesus' precious 
From ev'ry tribe and nation : 
Most holy, blessed Trinity, [thee 
For the Lamb slain, all praise to 
Both now and ever! Amen. 



X. Of our Heavenly Father. 



189. T. 22. 

OUR heav'nly Father is not 

known 
To us, but in the Son alone; 
His mercy, love, and boundless 

grace 
We see display 'd in Jesus' face. 

2 O God! how dreadful was thy 
name, 

Until the God-man Jesus came! 
We cannot love nor honor thee, 
Unless the Son hath made us free. 

3 O love, no human tongue can 
tell! 

O love divine, unsearchable ! 
The Father gave his only Son 
For guilty sinners to atone. 

4 Can any ill distress my heart, 
Since God with his own Son did 

part? 
What e'er I want can't be deny'd, 
Since Christ for me was crucify 'd. 

F 



190. T. 14. 

BEHOLD what love the Father 
On guilty men bestow'd, [hath 
That we, who children are of 

wrath, 
Should children be of God ! 

2 O how beyond expression great 
His love in Christ doth shine! 
'Tis like himself — th' eternal God ! 
Past knowledge! all divine! 

3 Behold! for fallen, guilty man, 
The Lord of glory dies ; 

Lays down his life, us to redeem, 
A precious sacrifice! 

4 Xow doth our Lord, the Son of 
Who for us liv'd and dy'd, [God, 
See of the travail of his soul, 
And is well satis fy'd. 

5 Peace and good-will are now to 
Most gloriously display'd, [man 
And life eternal we obtain 
From God, in Christ our Head. 

2 



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Of our Heavenly Father. 



6 O let us then repeat the theme. 
Which always sounds above; 
And ever sing, with joyful hearts, 
The wonders of his love! 

191.* T. 22. 

A HOU hast the world so great- 
ly lov'd, [mov'd, 
Father, that thou, by mercy 
Didst give thy well-beloved Son, 
By death for all our sins t' atone. 

2 That he all who in him believe, 
Might in thy family receive ; 
His sacrifice so great, so dear, 
Thou all sufficient didst declare. 

3 As children we are own'd by 
thee, [to be; 

Since Christ our Brother deign'd 
We feel thy kind, paternal heart 
To us who have in him a part. 

4 The whole salvation of thy Son, 
And all his merits make our own; 
Yea, grant us richly, for his sake, 
Of heav'nly blessings to partake. 

5 Thou art our Father and our 
God, [blood; 

Since Christ assum'clour flesh and 
Therefore in thee our trust we 

place, 
And give thee never- ceasing praise. 

192. T. 341. 

THEE, O my God and King, 

My Father, thee I sing, 

Hear well-pleas 'd the joyous 
sound, 

Praise from earth and heav'n re- 
ceive : 

Lost, I now in Christ am found; 

Dead, by faith in Christ I live. 

2 Father, behold thy son, 
In Christ I am thine own. 
Stranger long to thee and rest, 
See the prodigal is come : 
Open wide thy arms and breast, 
Take the weary wand'rer home. 



3 Thine eye observed from far, 
Thy pity view'd me near ; 

Me thy bowels yearn'd to see, 
Me thy mercy ran to find, 
Empty, poor, and void of thee, 
Hungry, sick, and faint, and blind. 

4 Thou on my neck didst fall, 
Thy kiss forgave me all : 

Still the gracious words I hear, 
Words that made theSaviour mine, 
" Haste, for him the robe prepare, 
His be righteousness divine!" 

193.* T. 580. 

REJOICE, my soul, God cares 

for thee, 
Trust to his word assuredly, 
However things may go; 
Thy heav'nly Father, for Christ's 

sake, 
Of thy concerns will notice take, 
And mercy freely to thee show. 

2 My griefs and cares, to thee 
well known, 

My God, I cast on thee alone, 
In thee is all my trust; [still, 
Since thou dost govern, I'll be 
Into thy hands resign my will, 
And thank thee prostrate in the 
dust. 

3 I confidently do believe, 

Me, thy poor child, thou wilt not 

leave, 
For thou my Father art : 
Fill thou my soul with love and 

faith, 
Thus I am rich in life and death; 
And from thy love noug'ht shall 

me part. 

194.* T. 90. 

Jt$E of good cheer in all your 

wants, 
And stedfast on God's word rely: 
lie who the greatest favors grants, 
The smallest never will deny: 
If God could give his Son for us, 
What can he then to us refuser 



Of our Heavenly Father. 



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195.* T. 132. 

WHEN Christ, who sav'd us 

by his blood, 
His folPwers call'd tog-ether, 
His farewell was, "I go God, 
To mine and to your Father;" 
Therefore, believing in the Son, 
With filial love we humbly own 
Thee, God, our God andFather. 

196.* T. 96. 

JJe AR heav'nly Father, we adore 
And thank thee for the dreadful 

pain 
Thy Son, when he our sorrows 

bore, 
For our redemption did sustain. 
O grant that we may all our days 
Live to exalt redeeming grace. 

197.* T. 58. 

O SANCTIFY us by thy truth, 

we pray, 
Christ's glorious brightness in 

our hearts display, 
We to thy protection ourselves 

surrender, 
With filial confidence and love 

most tender, 

O Lord our God. 

198.* T. 106. 

D RAW me, O Father, to the Son, 
That he may draw me unto thee; 
Thy Spirit render me his own, 
And rule without control in me : 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad, 
And keep me in thy peace, O God ! 

199. T. 14. 

F ATHER of all, almighty Lord! 
Our Father, and our God! 



Since Jesus 'Christ th* eternal 

Word, 
Assum'd our flesh and blood. 

2 Let all with love and filial fear 
Thy sacred name adore; 

O may thy kingdom soon appear, 
And spread the world all o'er. 

3 Help us thy pleasure to fulfil, 
As done by heav'nly pow'rs ; 
Accomplish in us all thy will, 
And let that will be ours. 

4 Our souls and bodies feed, we 
pray, 

With food which thou seest best; 
We ask our portion for the day, 
And leave to thee the rest. 

5 Let mercy pardon all our crimes, 
Which justice must condemn; 
As some have wrong'd us many 

times, 
And we would pardon them. 

6 Let not temptation us befal, 
While here our race we run ; 
But rescue and defend us all 
From sin, and th' evil one. 

7 Thine is the kingdom, thine the 
pow'r 

O'er angels, and o'er men ; 
The glory too for evermore 
Is thine ; Amen, Amen ! 

200. T. 166. 

O UR Father, who in heaven art, 
Hallow'd be thy most blessed 

name; 
Thy kingdom come; thy will be 

done [same; 

Always in heav'n and earth the 
Give us this day our daily bread; 
Forgive our sins, as we forgive ; 
Into temptation do not lead, 
But full release from evil give. 



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XI. Of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 



201. T. 22. 

BEFORE the heav'ns were 

stretch'd abroad, 
From everlasting" was the Word; 
With God he was, the Word was 

God, 
And must divinely be ador'd. 

2 By his own pow'r were all things 
made; [stand; 

By him supported all things 
He is the whole creation's Head, 
And angels fly at his command. 

3 Mortals with j oy behel d his face, 
Th' eternal Father's only Son; 
How full of truth, how full of 

grace 
Was Christ in whom the Godhead 
shone ! 

4 Archangels left their high abode, 
To learn new myst'ries here and 

tell 
The love of our descending God, 
The glories of ImmanueL 

202. T. 22. 

3xY song shall bless the Lord 

of all, 
My praise ascend to his abode: 
Thee, Saviour, by that name I call, 
The great, supreme, the mighty 

God! 

2 Without beginning or decline, 
Object of faith, and not of sense; 
Eternal ages saw him shine, 

He shines eternal ages hence. 

3 As much, when in the manger 
laid, 

Almighty Ruler of the sky, 
As when the six days work he 
made [j°} T - 

Fill'd all the morning-stars with 

4 Of all the crowns Jehovah bears, 
Salvation is his dearest claim ; 



That gracious sound well-pleas'd 

he hears, 
And owns Immanuel for his name. 

5 A cheerful confidence I feel, 
My well-plac'd hopes with joy I 

see, [zeal 

My bosom glows with heav'nly 
To worship him who dy'd for me. 

6 As man he pities my complaint, 
His pow'r and truth are all divine; 
He will not fail, he cannot faint, 
Salvation's sureandmust be mine. 

203.* T. ±72. 

1. HY majesty how vast it is ! 

And how immense the glory, 

Which thou, O Jesus, dost pos- 
sess! 

Both heav'n and earth adore thee. 

The numberless heavenly hosts 
laud thy name 

Thy glory and might are tran- 
scendent; 

Ten thousands of angels thy 
praises proclaim, 

Upon thee gladly dependent. 

2 The Father's Equal, God the 
Son, 

With him thou ever reignest; 
Thou art partaker of his throne, 
And all things thou sustainest. 
Both angels and men view their 

Maker as man, [sion; 

With joy that is past all expres- 
O happy, unspeakably happy who 

can 
Find in him life and salvation! 

3 This myst'ry ev'ry throne and 
pow'r 

Admires with adoration; 
Th' angelic choirs for evermore 
Extol his incarnation : 
The angels and elders before him 
fall down, [ing; 

With accents melodious him prais- 



Oi' Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 



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Unto the Lamb slain, and to him 

on the throne, 
They render glory unceasing". 

4 The church on earth in humble 
strain, 

Exalteth Christ our Saviour ; 
She sings, " The Lamb for us 

was slain, 
Our foe is cast for ever ; 
For Christ hath redeem'd us by 

his precious blood 
Out of ev'ry nation and kindred, 
And made us thereby kings and 

priests unto God, 
To him thanksgiving be render'd." 

5 When Christ shall come, in ma- 
jesty, 

With all his bright attendance, 
And as the Judge in equity 
On men pass final sentence : 
Then shall all his enemies quak- 
ing with dread, 
Wish mountains and rocks them 

to cover; 
The ransom'd with gladness will 

lift up their head, 
And live with Jesus for ever. 

204. T. 14. 

O THE delights, the heav'nly 
The glories of the place, [joys, 
Where Jesus sheds the brightest 
Of his o'erflowing grace! [beams 

2 Sweet majesty and awful love 
Sit smiling on his brow, 

And all the glorious ranks above 
At humble distance bow. 

3 Princes to his imperial name 
Bend their bright sceptres down : 
Dominions, thrones and pow'rs 

rejoice 
To see him wear the crown. 

4 Upon that dear majestic head, 
That cruel thorns did wound, 
See what immortal glories shine 
And circle it around! 



5 This is the Man, th' exalted 
Whom we unseen adore; [Man, 
But when our eyes shall see his 

face, 
Our hearts shall love him more. 

205. T. 341. 

WORTHY, O Lord, art thou, 
That ev'ry knee should bow, 
Ev'ry tongue to thee confess ; 
Universal nature join, 
Strong and mighty thee to bless, 
Gracious, merciful, benign ! 

2 Hail your dread Lord and ours, 
Dominions, thrones and pow'rs ! 
Source of pow'r he rules alone: 
Veil your faces, prostrate fall, ■ 
Cast your crowns before his 

throne, 
Hail the Cause, the Lord of all! 

3 Justice and truth maintain 
Thy everlasting reign ; 

One with thine almighty Sire, 
Partner of an equal throne ; 
King of kings, let all conspire 
Gratefully thy sway to own. 

4 Jesus, thou art my king, 
To me thy succor bring. 
Christ the mighty One art thou, 
Help for all on thee is laid : 
This thy promise claim I now, 
Send me down the promis'd aid, 

5 Triumph and reign in me, 
And spread thy victory: 

Sin, and death, and hell control, 
Pride and self, and ev'ry foe; 
All subdue, thro' all my soul, 
Conqu'ring and to conquer go, 

206.* T. 97. 

J. HOU reign'st above on heav- 
en's throne, 
The Father's Equal, God the Son; 
The Holy Ghost to us displays 
Thy majesty and boundless grace, 
And in the scriptures clearly doth 
explain, [deemedst man. 

That thou, Lord,madest, and re- 



70 



Of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 



2 With awe and reverence 'fore 

thee, 
And at thy name we bow the knee, 
As all in earth and heaven join, 
T' extol thy majesty divine, 
And thee, to God the Father's 

glory, call 
The great Jehovah, might v Lord 

of all. 

207. T. 595. 

J ESUS, my Lord, my God! 
The God supreme thou art. 
The Lord of hosts whose precious 

blood 
Is sprinkled on my heart. 

2 Jehovah is thy name; 
And thro' thy blood apply'd, 
Convinc'd and certify'd I am, 
There is no God beside. 

3 Soon as the Spirit shows 
That precious blood of thine, 
The happy, pardon'd sinner knows 
It is the blood divine. 

4 Yea, only he, who feels : 

" My Saviour for me dy'd," 

Is certain that the Godhead dwells 

In Jesus crucify d. 



208.* T. 58. 



Oi 



' UR gracious God be praised 
evermore, 

That Jesus Christ, who all our 
sorrows bore, 

To our hearts so clearly is mani- 
fested, 

That with conviction 'tis by us at- 
tested That he "is God. 

2 O blessed truth which with 

deep awe is heard, 
Truth worthy evermore to be re- 

ver'd: [is given 

To the man Christ Jesus, a name 
Above all names; all knees in 

earth and heaven 

Tore him must bow. 



3 Of this great truth we boldly 

witness bear, 
And to mankind tins doctrine will 

declare, 

That he, who to save us assum'd 

our nature 
And suffer'd on the cross, is the 

Creator Of heav'n and earth. 

209. T. 595. 

PREPARE a thankful song 
To the Redeemer's name! 
His praises should employ each 
And eVry heart inflame, [tongue, 

2 He laid his glory by, 
And dreadful pains endur'd, 
That rebels, such as you and I, 
From wrath might be secured. 

3 L'pon the cross he dy'd, 
Our debt of sin to pay; 

The blood and water from his side 
Wash guilt and sin away. 

4 And now he pleading stands 
For us, before the throne; 

And answers all the law's demands 
With what himself hath done. 

5 He sees us willing slaves 
To sin, and Satan's pow'r; 

But with an outstretch'd arm, he 
In his appointed hour. [saves, 

6 The Holy Ghost he sends 
Our stubborn souls to move, 

To make his enemies his friends, 
And conquer them by love. 

7 The love of sin departs, 
The life of grace takes place, 
Soon as his voice invites our hearts 
To rise and seek his face. 

8 The world and Satan rage, 
But he their pow'r controls; 

His wisdom, love and truth engage 
Protection for our souls. 

9 Tho' press'd, we need not yield, 
But shall prevail at length, 

For Jesus is our Sim and Shield, 
Our Righteousness and Strength. 



Of Jesus Christ, the Bob #f Gad, 



l 



10 Assurdth.it Christ our King 
Will put our toes to flight, 

D the field of battle sing", 
And triumph while we fight. 

210. T. 595. 

HoSANNA to the Son 

Of David, and of God, 

Who brought the news of pardon 

down, 
Andseal'dit with his blood. 

2 To Christ, th' anointed King, 

liess blessings giv'n; 
Let the whole earth his glory sing, 
Who made our peace with heav'n. 

311. T. 14. 

ALL glory to the Saviours 

name! 
Let angels prostrate fall ; 
Bring forth the royal diadem, 
And crown him Lord of all. 

2 Ye saints in glory, who with 
Have left this earthly ball, [joy 
Your most triumphant songs em- 
Extol the Lord of all. [ploy, 

ildren of God, who walk by 
:isom'd from the fall, 
forth your dear Redeemer's 
death, 
Confess him Lord of all. 

4 Lei . and ev'ry tongue 

That hears ur's call, 

Unite in one harmonious song, 
And hail him Lord of all ! 

212.* T. L25. 

JL HOU Maker of each creature, 
The Father's arm and might, 
Thou rulest o'er all nature, 
In thy own name and right. 

y station 
Enjoy thy great salvation, 
And simply follow thee. 

2 Lord, let us be increasing 
In love and knowledge too ; 



That we, on thee believing, 
In spirit serve thee so, 

our hearts to savor 
Thy matchless grace and fuvor, 
And always for thee thirst. 

213.* T. 68. 

JeSUS, who with thee 

Can compared be : 

Source of rest and consolation, 

Life and light, and full salvation: 

Son of God, with thee 

None compard can be! 

2 Life! thou dy'dst for me, 
From all misery 

And distress me to deliver, 
And from death to save for ever : 
I am by thy blood 
Reconcil'd to God. 

3 Highest King and Priest, 
Prophet, Lord, and Christ! 
Thy deal* sceptre is em braced 
By me, at thy feet abased : 

I choose Mary's seat 
At thy holy feet. 

4 Nigh to thee draw me, 
Give me faith on thee 

To depend, and daily bolder 
Cast all mis J ry on thy shoulder, 
Which I feel in me; 
Draw me nigh to thee. 

5 Grant me steadi 
Lord, to run my race, 
FoliVing thee with love mos t 

tender, 
So that Satan may not hinder 
Me by craft or force; 
Further thou my course. 

5 By thy Spirit's light. 

Me instruct aright, 

That I watch and pray with fervor, 

Trusting thee, my soul's Preserv- 

Love unfeign'd, O Lord, 

Unto me afford. 

7 Give me courage good, 
That my wealth and blood 
I for thee could spend, my Saviour, 
Hating world and sin for ever; 



fra 



Of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 



Since for me, my God, 
Thou didst shed thy blood. 

8 When I hence depart, 
Strengthen thou my heart, 
And into thy realms convey me, 
In thy righteousness array me, 
That at thy right-hand 
Joyful I may stand. 

214. T. 583. 

A HE blessed names of Jesus 
Christ impart 

Strength and rich comfort to the 
contrite heart : 

As King, he over those the rule 
doth bear, 

Who in his kingdom faithful sub- 
jects are. 

2 He is the Rock, on him we 
build most sure, 

And thus 'midst raging tempests 

are secure ; 
The Corner-s tone, he of the c hurc h 

is nam'd, 
In whom the building's fitly j oin'd 

and fram'd. 

3 As Leader, he before his people 
goes, [his foes : 

And constant vict'ry gains o'er all 

He is our High-priest; having- no 

compeer, [en are. 

Our names upon his breast engrav- 

4 Our only Master, who instructs 
us right ; 

To know God's will we need this 

Prophet's light: 
Our Counsellor lie is ; if we believe 
His words, nor flesh, nor world 

can us deceive. 

5 Of all the feeble he the Strength 
remains, [gains : 

As Hero in the fight he conquest 

Him Everlasting Father,* all must 

own; [is known. 

AsPrinceofpeace,hetohis church 

* Isaiah, ix. 6, 



6 As Lord, none dare his sov'- 
reign will control ; 

He is thy Lord, be joyful, O my 
soul! [reveal 

His name is Wonderful, who can 
His thoughts divine, immense, un- 
searchable! 

7 He is the Life, by whom all 
things subsist ; 

The Way, which cannot ev'n by- 
fools be miss'd; 

The Truth, in which we may con- 
fide; the Light 

Which shines resplendent in the 
shades of night. 

8 The Word, by whom all things 
at first were made, 

Who even now to life can raise 

the dead : 
He's our Redeemer, who hath shed 

his blood, [to God. 

The world to save, and reconcile 

9 Thee, gracious Lord, our Sa- 
viour we confess, 

Since we're partakers of thy sav- 
ing grace : 

Thou dost our cause before thy 
Father plead, 

As Advocate, and for us intercede. 

4 

10 To thee, the Mercy-seat, we 
may draw nigh, 

And confidently on thy name rely: 
As Lamb, thou didst become a 

sacrifice 
For us, and pay in blood our ran- 
som-price. 

11 As Bridegroom of the soul, 
the church, thy bride, 

To thee, who purchased her, is 

close ally'd. 
As Head, thy body thou wilt ne'er 

forsake, [take. 

But of each member special notice 

12 As Shepherd, thou thy sheep 
dost richly feed, 

Protect from harm, and to green 
pastures lead : 



Of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 



O Bread of life, whereby alone 

we live, [ccive. 

Thro' thee we everlasting life re- 

13 O living Fountain, he who 
drinks of thee 

Shall thirst no more to all eternity. 
Thou art the Vine, and we the 

branches are, 
Deriving" juice from thee, we fruit 

can bear. 

14 Our All in all, sole Source of 
peace and rest, 

Thyself to each more clearly 

manifest : 
O thou who art unchangeably the 

same, [thy name '^ 

Grant us to prove the virtue of 

215. T. 341, 

DAY-SPRIXG from on high! 
In mercy hear my cry : 

See the travail of thy soul, 
Saviour, and be satisfy'd; 
Rule in me without coiurol, 
May I ever thine abide. 

2 Jesus, who art the Tree 
Of immortality, 

Feed this tender branch of thine; 
By thy influence I shall thrive; 
Thou the true, the heav'nly Vine ! 
Grafted into thee I live ! 

3 Of life the Fountain thou! 

1 know, I feel it now. 

Faint and dead no more I droop ; 
Thou reviv'st me, thy supplies 
Ev'ry moment springing up, 
Unto life eternal rise. 

4 Thou the good Shepherd art; 
From thee I'll never part. 
Thou my Keeper and my Guide, 
Watch me still with tender care; 
Gently lead me by thy side, 
Kindly in thy bosom bear. 

5 Thou art my daily Bread! 
O Christ, thou art my Head! 
Countless benefits on me, 

As thy body's member, flow; 



Nourished I, and fed by thee, 
Up to thee in all tilings grow. 

6 Prophet, to me reveal 
Thy Father's perfect will . 
Never mortal spake like thee; 
Lord, may I by thee be taught, 
May I listen eagerly 

To thy words, with comfort 
fraught. 

7 High-priest, on thee I call, 
Thy blood aton'd for all. 
Thou dost still in heav'n above 
As the Lamb once slain appear ; 
There remember me in love, 
Plead for me a sinner there, 

8 Jesus, thou art my King, 
Praises to thee 1 sing. 

Kept by thy almighty hand, 
Saviour, who shall pluck me 

thence ? 
Faith supports, by faith I stand, 
By the faith thou dost dispense. 

216. T. 22, 

Vj OME, worship at Immanuel's 

feet; 
Behold in him what wonders meet! 
Words are too feeble to express 
His worth, his glory, or his grace. 

2 Christ is our Head ; each mem- 
ber lives, 

And owns the vital pow'r he gives: 
The saints below, andsainte above, 
Join'd by his Spirit, and his love. 

3 He is the Vine; his heav'nly root 
Supplies each branch with life 

and fruit; 
O may a lasting union join 
My soul, as branch, to Christ the 

Vine! 

4 He is the Rock; how firm he 
proves ! 

The Rock of ages never moves : 
But the sweet streams, that from 

him flow, 
Attend us all the desert through. 



74 Of the Holy Ghost, and his Gifts aud Operation*. 



5 He is the Sun of Righteousness, 
Diffusing 1 light, and joy, and peace: 
What healing" in his beams appears, 
To chase our clouds and dry our 
tears! 



6 Yet faintly to us mortals here 
His glory, grace and worth ap- 
pear; 
His beauties we shall clearly trace, 
When we behold him face to face. 



XII. Of the IIolj Ghost, and his Gifts and Operations. 



217.* T. 203. 

C OME, Holy Ghost! come, Lord 

our God ! 
And shed thy heav'nly gifts abroad 
On us, and unto ev'iy heart 
True faith and fervent love impart. 
O Lord, who by thy heav'nly light, 
Hast call'd thy church from sin- 
ful night, " [places ; 
Out of all nations, tribes, and 
To thee we render thanks and 
praises. Hallelujah! :|: 

2 Thou Light divine ! most gra- 
cious Lord ! 

Revive us by thy holy word, 
And teach thy flock in truth to call 
On God, the Father of us all : 
From all strange doctrines us pre- 
serve, 
No other masters may we serve, 
But Christ, who is our only Sa- 
viour ! 
In him we will confide for ever. 
Hallelujah! :|: 

3 OHoly Ghost! kind Comforter! 
Help us, with watchfulness and 

pray'r, 
'Midst various trials thee t' obey, 
And never from the truth to stray: 
O Lord, by thy almighty grace, 
Prepare us so to run our race, 
That we, by thy illumination, 
May gain heav'n's glorious habi- 
tation. Hallelujah! :|: 

218.* T. 58. 

G OD Holy Ghost, in mercy us 

preserve, [swerve, 

That we from Jesus' doctrine never 



Guide us, till to finish our race 

permitted [admitted. 

To Jesus' presence we shall be 

Have mercy, Lord ! 

2 O grant us thy divine, thy sav- 
ing light, [mind aright, 

That we may understand Christ's 

That we may in Jesus abide for 

ever, [each believer. 

Who gain'd a place in heav'n for 

Have mercy, Lord ! 

3 Thou Source of love, God Holy 
Ghost, inspire 

Our lifeless souls with love's ce- 
lestial fire : 

May we, as Christ's members, be 
join'd together 

In unity, and truly love each other. 
Have mercy, Lord ! 

4 O thou our highest comfort in 
all need, 

Grant that we neither shame nor 
death may dread; 

Should we even suffer hard perse- 
cution, [confusion. 

O give us grace to stand without 
Have mercy, Lord ! 

219.* T. 22. 

1 O thee, God Holy Ghost, we 

pray, 
Who lead'stus in the gospel-way, 
Those precious gifts on us bestow, 
Which from our Saviour's merits 

flow. 

2 Thou heav'nly Teacher, thee 

we praise [grace, 

For thy instruction, pow'r and 



Of the Holy Ghost, and his Gifts and Operations* 75 



To love the Father, who doth own 
Us as his children in the Son. 

3 Thee of ourselves we could not 
know, [show 

Till thou, O Lord, didst clearly 
The sin of unbelief to us, 
Of enmity to Jesus' cross. 

4 When this we felt to be our case, 
Then Jesus' blood and righteous- 
ness 

Unto our hearts thou didst reveal, 
Imparting thus thypard'ning seal. 

5 Most gracious Comforter, we 
pray, 

O lead us further ev'ry day ! 
Thy unction to us all impart, 
Preserve and sanctify each heart. 

6 Till we in heav'n shall take our 
seat, 

Instruct us often to repeat, 

" Abba, our Father !" and to be 

With Christ, in union constantly. 

220.* T. 58. 

THOU Comforter and Guide of 
Jesus' train, [dain, 

Who dost thyself her ministers or- 

Look on us in mercy, grant us thy 
favor, [for ever, 

Our souls and bodies we devote 
O Lord, to thee. 

2 Where'er we look around, both 
far and near, [appear, 

Thepow'r and glory of the Lord 
And such flocks of Jesus are mul- 
tiplying, ^ [denying, 
Who only wish to live, themselves 
Unto thy praise. 

3 O thou life-giving Stream ! the 
earth o'erflow, 

Whatever would obstruct thy 

course, break through, 
O most gracious Spirit! hear our 

petition, [contrition, 

Teach all to turn to Jesus with 

Thy office 'tis. 



4 We pray thee, fill us all with 
Jesus' love, 

That we may in his service faith- 
ful prove : 

Teach us all to deem it the great- 
est favor, 

With humble, contrite hearts to 
serve our Saviour, 

Till we shall rest. 

5 Unto Christ's congregations in 
each place, 

Grant, 'midst all trials, comfort, 
peace, and grace : 

O may all believers, in ev'ry sta- 
tion, 

Rejoice in Jesus, and in his salva- 
tion, God Holy Ghost ! 

221* T. 9. 

HOLY Ghost, thou God and 
Of thy Congregation, [Lord 

We to thee with one accord 
Pay our adoration. 

2 For thy teachings, heav'nly 
O accept our praises ! [Guide, 
Have we thee, we're well supply 5 d 
With good gifts and graces. 

3 Thou explain est unto us 
Jesus 5 incarnation, 

And how he upon the cross 
Purchas'd our salvation. 

4 Thou fill'st with the gospel 
Every land and nation, [light 
Aidst thy witnesses, with might, 
Under tribulation. 

5 Us to Jesus thou hast brought, 
And wilt keep us ever 

In the faith which thou hast 

wrought, 
Thro' thy grace and favor. 

6 With maternal faithfulness 
Lead his ransom'd people, 
Andto please him give them grace, 
Bear them up when feeble. 

7 Daily Jesus' flock thanks thee 
For thy kind tuition; 



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O may we obedient be, 
Thro' thy benediction ! 

8 Grant, that we may never lose, 
Till our dying- moment, 

The rich comfort which to us 
Flows from Christ's atonement. 

9 For, our heav'nly Father's love* 
Jesus' great compassion, 

And thy patience, ever prove 
Our strong- consolation. 

10 Amen, Lord God, Holy Ghost, 
Endless thanks and praises 
Gives to thee the ransom'd host, 
In the name of Jesus. 

222.* T. 58. 

vxOD Holy Spirit, be for ever 

blest, 
That thou to us Christ's death 

dost manifest, 
And of him the Fountain, whence 

flows salvation, 
Dost so distinctly give us infor- 

mation, And light impart. 

2 What of the Father and the 
Son we know 

To thy divine instructions all we 

owe, [sured, 

Thro' thy operations we are as- 

That Jesus Christ, who death for 

us endured, Is Lord and God. 

3 Thanks for revealing to us the 
Lamb slain, 

And that his blood would have 
been shed in vain, [availed, 
Had to sanctify us aught else 
And could our souls have other- 
wise been healed, 

Than by his stripes. 

4 Christ's meritorious sufferings 
are the sum, 

And sole foundation of true 
Christendom ; 

We enjoy, thro' mercy, those com- 
forts blessed, 

Of which, thro' thee, believers 
are possessed, 

AVhile here on earth. 



5 The blood of Christ alone can 
joy impart, 

Can heal, revive, and cheer the 

contrite heart ; 
Therefore show still clearer to us 

his merit, 
And lead us daily more, God Holy 

Spirit, Into all truth. 

6 Have patience with us sinners 
ev'ry day, [pray ; 

Forgive us all our trespasses, we 

O instruct and warn us without 

cessation ; [consolation, 

And with thy peace, thy love and 

Fill all our hearts. 

7 Of Christ we'll gladly testify 
each hour, [with pow'r ; 

Until his kingdom shall appear 
Then will all see clearly, how 

thou hast trained 
God's children, when they once 

shall have attained 

To bliss complete. 

8 Blest Comforter, vouchsafe us 
all the grace, 

To yield thee joy for thy g-reat 
faithfulness, 

For thy love and patience; from 
sin protect us, 

And in the narrow way to life di- 
rect us, Thou heav'nly Guide! 

223.* T. 4. 

O SPIRIT of grace! 
Thy kindness we praise, 
In showing to us, 
That life and salvation proceed 
from Christ's cross. 

2 In darkness we stray'd, 
Until we were led 

By thee to believe, 
That Jesus, our Saviour, will sin- 
ners receive. 

3 Our hearts thou didst cheer, 
Dispelling all fear ; 

We humbly could claim 
Salvation and pardon in Jesus-' 
dear name. 



Of the Holy Ghost, and his Gifts and Operations. 



4 Grant us to obey 
Thy teachings, we pray, 
O Spirit of love, 

And thankful to thee, for thy 
mercies to prove. 

5 We wish to afford 
To Jesus, our Lord, 
For his bitter pain, 

Joy, honor and glory, 'midst his 
chosen train. 

6 O therefore impart 
Thyself to each heart, 
That thus we may show, 

In our whole behaviour, that Je- 
sus we know. 

7 Grant us to increase 
In knowledge and grace, 
Rejoicing by faith 

In Jesus' atonement, wrought out 
by his death. 

224:,* T. 22, 

O COMFORTER, God Holy 

Ghost \ [stow'st ; 



Which on God's children thou be- 

stow'st, 
O Comforter, God Holy Ghost! 

225. T. 583. 

O HOLY Ghost, within my soul 

repeat 
Those blessings which once made 

this day so great; 
Breathe thou upon me with that 

heav'nly wind, [mind. 

That it refresh and purify my 

2 Kindle within me, and preserve 
that fire, 

Which will with holy love my 

breast inspire, 
And with an active zeal my soul 

inflame [name 

To do thy will, and glorify thy 

3 Endow me richly with thy gifts 
and grace [place : 

To fit me for the duties of my 
So open thou my lips, my heart 
to raise, 



The Pledge of our salvation art, 
And bear'st thy witness in our 
heart. 

2 The sheep of Jesus which were 
lost, [trust 

Thou callest, teaching them to 

For help, forgiveness, peace and 

grace, [uess. 

In him, the Lord our Righteous- 

3 Thy unction freely dost impart 
To ev'ry poor and contrite heart, 
Which Jesus as the Saviour knows, 
From whom alone salvation flows. 

4 The feeble souls thou dost sus- 
tain, 

Anointest all the witness train; 
Keepest believers in the faith, 
And art then* Guide in life and 
death. 



Thou heav'nly gifts on us be- That both my heart and lips may 

give thee praise. 

4 As in thy temple, keep thou 

residence 
Within my soul, and never part 

from thence, [thee 

Until I'm fitted and prepar'd by 
Life to exchange for immortality. 

226. T. 582. 

COME, Holy Spirit, come, 
Let thy bright beams arise; 
Dispel the darkness from our 
And open all our eyes. [minds, 

2 Revive our drooping faith, 
Our doubts and fears remove: 
And kindle in our breast the flame 
Of never ceasing love. 



J 3 Convince us of our sin, 
5 Who can thy operations trace, Then lead to Jesus' blood; 
Thy kindness, patience, truth and . And to our stubborn hearts reveal 



grace, 



I The hidden love of God. 
2 



78 Of the Holy Ghost , and his Gifts and Operations. 



4 'Tis thine to cleanse the heart, 
To sanctify the soul, 

To pour fresh life on ev'ry part, 
And new-create the whole. 

5 If thou, O Comforter ! 
Thine influence withdraw, 
What easy victims soon we fall 
To conscience and the law ! 

6 No longer burns our love; 
Our faith and courage fail; 

Our sin revives, and death and 
Our feeble souls assail. [hell 

7 Dwell therefore in our hearts ; 
Our minds from bondage free : 
Then shall we know, and praise, 

and love 
The Father, Son, and Thee. 

227. T. 582. 

SPIRIT of truth, come down, 
Reveal the things of God, 
Make thou to us Christ's God- 
head known, 
Apply his precious blood. 
His merits giorify, 
That each may clearly see, 
Jesus, who did for sinners die, 

1 lath surely dy'd for me. 

2 No man can truly say 
That Jesus is the Lord, 
Unless thou take the veil away, 
And breathe the living word: 
Then, only then, we feel 
Ourint'rest in his blood, 
And cry with joy unspeakable, 

" Thou art my Lord, my God !" 

3 O that the world might know 
The all-atoning Lamb! 

Spirit of faith, descend and show 

The virtue of his name ! 

The grace which all may find, 

The saving pow'r, impart; 

O testify to all mankind 

And speak in ev'ry heart ! 

228. T. 14. 

C OME,Holy Ghost, etemalGod, 
Proceeding from nbove. 



Both from the Father and the Son, 
Thou God of peace and love. 

2 Thou art the only Comforter 
In all our soul's distress ; 
Thou showest us our unbelief, 
And Christ's redeeming grace. 

3 Thou dost thy sanctifying gifts 
Unto the church impart; 
Writes t God's holy precious law, 
On each believer's heart. 

4 Thy holy unction pow'r affords 
The gospel to proclaim : 

By thee enabled, we set forth 
Salvation in Christ's name. 

5 Assist and strengthen us, O 
Lord! 

Thou know'st we all are frail : 
Grant, neither Satan, world, nor 

flesh, 
May o'er Christ's flock prevail. 

6 Cause all disharmony and strife 
In Christendom to cease: 

And give to all the flocks of Christ 
Love, union, truth, and peace. 

229. T. 14, 

\u OME, blessed Spirit, gTacious 

Lord, 
Thy pow'r to us make known; 
Strike with the hammer of thy 

word, 
And break each heart of stone. 

2 Give us ourselves, and Christ, 
to know, 

In this our gracious day ; 
Repentance unto life bestow, 
Christ's pard'ning love display : 

3 Convince us first of unbelief, 
And freely then release ! 

Fill ev'ry soul with sacred grief, 
And then with sacred peace. 

4 Show us our poverty, relieve 
And then enrich the poor; 

The knowledge of our sickness 

give — 
The knowledge of our cure. 



Of the Holy Ghost, and his Gifts and Operations. 7y 



5 A blessed sense of guilt impart, 
And then remove the load ; 
Trouble, then lead the troubled 

heart 
To Christ's atoning" blood. 

230. T. 14. 

O HOLY Ghost, eternal God, 

Descending from above, 

Thou filPst the soul, thro' Jesus' 

blood, 
With faith, and hope, and love. 

2 Thou comfortest the heavy 
heart, 

By sin and grief opprest ; 

Thou to the dead dost life impart, 

And to the weary, rest. 

3 Thy sweet communion charms 
the soul 

And gives true peace and joy; 
Which Satan's pow'r can ne'er 

control, 
Nor all his wiles destroy. 

4 Let no false comfort lift us up 
To confidence that's vain : 

Nor let their faith and courage 

droop, 
Who love the Lamb once slain. 

5 Breathe comfort where distress 
abounds, 

O make our conscience clean; 
And heal, with balm from Jesus' 

wounds, 
The fest'ring sores of sin. 

6 Vanquish our lusts, our pride 
remove. 

Take out the heart of stone; 
Show us the Father's boundless 
The merits of the Son. [love, 

7 The Father sent his Son to die ; 
The willing Son obey'd; 

The witness Thou, to ratify 
The purchase Christ hath made. 

23 i. T. 14. 

I^OME, Holy Spirit, on us 

breathe, 
With all thy quick'ning pow'rs ; 



Kindle our love, confirm our faith, 
Warm these cold hearts of our's. 

2 Assure my conscience of her part 
In the Redeemer's blood; 

And bear thy witness in my heart, 
That I am born of God. 

3 Thou art the Earnest of his love, 
The Pledge of joys to come: 

O lead us, that we may above 
Obtain our lasting home. 

232. T. 580. 

BREATHE on these bones so 

dry and dead, 
God Holy Ghost! thy influence 
In all our hearts abroad : [shed 
Point out the place, where grace 

abounds ; 
Direct us to the bleeding woimds 
Of Jesus, our incarnate God. 

2 Convince us that the Lamb was 

slain 
For us, and to our minds explain 
The myst'ry of the cross : 
Let us our dear Redeemer see, 
And serve and love him fervently; 
This be our gain, else all things 

loss. 

233. T. 90. 

O THAT the Comforter would 

come! 
Nor visit as a transient Guest, 
But fix in me his constant home, 
And keep possession of my breast; 
Yea, make my soul his blest abode, 
The temple ofth' in-dwelling God. 

2 Come, Holy Ghost, my soul in- 
spire, 

Attest that I am born again ; 
Come and baptize me, Lord, with 

fire, 
Nor let thy former gifts be vain : 
Grant me a sense that I'm forgiv'n, 
A pledge that I'm an heir ofheav'n. 

3 Grant me th' indisputable seal, 
That ascertains the kingdom mine! 



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That pow'rful stamp I long to 

feel, 
The signature of love divine: 
O shed it in my heart abroad, 
Fulness of love, of heav'n, of God! 

234.* T.230. 

JL HOU great Teacher, who in- 

structest 
Christ's flock, and us to bliss con- 
duct est, 



Who noblest gifts to grant didst 
deign 

To th 5 apostles, thine anointed, 

By thee for that great work ap- 
pointed [men, 

To teach, reprove and comfort 

And freely offer grace 

Unto the Gentile race : 

Lord, have mercy ! 

Grant us to be — Immoveably 

Fix'd on their ground, upheld by 
thee! 



XIII. Of GocPs Call of Grace to the unconverted Sinner. 



235.* T. 583. 

X EACH us, OLord! the cross's 

mystery, [of thee; 

And grant us docile hearts to leam 
Thou art as full of love to fallen 

man, [wast slain. 

As when for our redemption thou 

2 " I thirst," thou didst upon the 
cross exclaim, 

And on thy throne thy thirst is 

still the same; 
Not for the blood of foes who 

scorn thy love, 
But that they may thy pard'ning 

mere} prove. 

3 Thou hast no pleasure in the ! 7 «• j ust a s thou art, to Jesus 
sinner's death, com c, and live; 

But callest him to come and live , « Repenting sinners Jesus will re- 

by faith; ceive; 

Thou sendest messengers of peace 1 «« i5 e thou e'er so corrupt and 

abroad, stain'd with sin, 

Beseeching men, *« Be rcconcil'd « p e ar not, his precious blood 

to God! can wash thee clean." 

4 " Believe, thou mourning sin- 8 Who finds that sin hath quite 
ner, that for thee o'erspread his soul, 

#< The Lord did penance on the That his own efforts ne'er can 

cross's tree; make him whole, 

*' Thereby he triumph'd over sin Helpless at Jesus' feet resolves to 



5 " Tho' then unborn, tho' not in 
person there, 

" Yet in that act of grace thou 

hast a share; 
" Pardon of sin was then for thee 

procur'd, 
" When Jesus death for ev'ry man 

endur'd. 

6 " For all who flee from Sinai's 
fiery wrath, 

" And look to Calv'ry's sacrifice 

by faith, 
" The Judge supreme, to whom 

all pow'r is giv'n, 
" Ordaineth pardon, happiness 

and heav'n. 



and hell, 

And gain'd for thee a right in 
heav'n to dwell. 



lie, 

Jesus hath sworn that sinner shall 
not die. 



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9 Tho' he was dead before, be- 
hold, he lives, 

The Saviour quick'ning, whom 

the Father gives ; 
Henceforth must sin lie vanquish'd 

at his feet, 
Thro' faith in Jesus, he shall 

vict'ry meet. 

10 How pleasing 'tis, a new-born 
soul to view, 

How doth its happiness our own 

renew ! 
Might all the pow'r of Christ's 

atonement prove, 
And know the virtue of his dying 

love ! 

236.* T. 217. 

J\xY Saviour sinners doth receive, 
Whom, with sin's galling load 

oppressed, 
No man nor angel can relieve, 
Who have no hope to be redressed; 
Who loathe the world and all its 

ways, 
Dread wrath divine, and mourn 

for grace : [sentence, 

On whom the law pronounceth 
Condemn'd to hell in their own 

conscience; [prieve, 

Such wretched sinners find re- 
Sin ce Jesus sinners doth receive. 

2 The fondest mother cannot have 
Towards her darling such affec- 
tion, 

As Jesus show'd, vile man to save; 
His love exceedeth our conception. 
He left his throne and blest abode, 
To bear the sinner's heavy load. 
Since he now through his death 

and suff 'ring 
Hath made an all-sufficient ofP- 

ring, [live ; 

Our debt is paid, and we may 
For Jesus sinners doth receive. 

3 Now is the sympathizing heart 
A refuge for the most distressed; 
He freely pardon will impart; 
By him their debt is quite erased. 



His blood like th' ocean without 
ground, [drown'd, 

Their sins hath swallow'd up and 
The Holy Ghost to them is given, 
Who leads them in the path to 
heaven; [lieve, 

And prompts them always to be- 
That Jesus sinners doth receive. 

4 They by the Father are esteem'd, 
When thus presented by our Sa- 
viour; [deem'd, 

Heal'd by his wounds, from sin re- 
They prove the Father's love and 

favor ; 
He owns them as his sons and 

heirs, [clares ; 

And all he hath their own de- 
Eternal life they now inherit, 
Procur'd for them by Jesus' merit; 
He dwells in them, in him they live, 
Since Jesus sinners doth receive. 

5 Might all his loving heart but 
see, [sion 

And know his bowels of compas- 
To sinners, straying carelessly, 
Or such as mourning seek salva- 
tion: [trace; 
Him, when on earth 'midstsinners, 
Zaccheus takes his saving grace ; 
He comforts Magd'lenin affliction, 
Regards her tears and deep con- 
viction, 
Her sins, tho' many, he forgives ; 
My Saviour sinners poor receives. 

6 Behold, how he with Peter dealt, 
Tho' deep his fall, he show'd him 

favor. 
Not only when on earth he dwelt 
Was he a sin-forgiving Saviour ; 
No, he is still the very same, 
Just, good and merciful his name; 
As he was in humiliation, 
So is he still in exaltation. 
Repenting souls, you may believe, 
Our Saviour sinners doth receive. 

7 Come, sinners, come, tho' vile 
and base; 

Returning prodigals he meeteth \ 



S3 Of God's Call of Grace to the unconverted Sinner. 



He freely offers them his grace, 
Them with a pard'ning kiss he 

greeteth. [way? 

Why wilt thou stand in thy own 
Why wilfully be Satan's prey ? 
Wilt thou sin's drudge remain 

for ever, 
Tho' he appear'd thee to deliver ? 
Do not delay, sin's service leave, 
Since Jesus sinners will receive. 

8 Come, ye that heavy laden are, 
Come, weary, void of self-assist- 
ance; 

Tho' doubting", ready to despair, 

Come but to him without resist- 
ance. 

Behold his heart with love replete, 

Full of desire the worst to meet ; 

Long" hath he sought for you 
though wretched, 

You to embrace, his arms out- 
stretched : 

O come to him, believe and live; 

My Saviour sinners doth receive. 

9 Object not, " I'm a wretch too 
base, [ed, 

Too oft his goodness I have slight- 
Too often spurned at his grace, 
I, who was gen'rously invited." 
Is your repentance now sincere ? 
Your sorrow genuine? Do not fear; 
His pow'r and mercy are unbound- 
ed, [founded : 
None, trusting him, was e'er con- 
He saves whom nought else can 

relieve; 
My Saviour sinners doth receive. 

lOThinknot, "'Tis time enough," 
nor say, [measure, 

" God, who is gracious beyond 

Shuts not the door of grace to-day; 

I'll first enjoy some carnal pleas- 
ure." 

No, God forbid! if you are wise, 

Grace, offer'd now, do not despise. 

Who slights to-day the invitation, 

May ever miss of his salvation. 

Come now to Jesus, come and live; 

To-day he sinners doth receive. 



11 Draw me, a sinner, unto thee, 
Thou sinner's Friend, thou gra- 
cious Saviour; 
Grant I, and all may ardently 
Desire thy pardon, grace and fa- 
vor, [smart, 
When sin assails, and gives a 
Show us thy wounded, loving 
heart ; [nation, 
May none, who feels sin's condem- 
Neglect thy gen'rous invitation, 
But all experience and believe 
That Jesus sinners doth receive! 

237 * T. 205. 

SlXXERS! come, the Saviour 
see, [view ; 

Hands, feet, side, and temples 
! See him bleeding on the tree, 
See his heart is pierc'd for you ! 
View awhile, then haste away, 
Find a thousand more, and say : 
Come, ye sinners, come with me, 
View him bleeding on the tree. 

2 Who would still such mercy 
grieve ? 

Sinners ! hear instruction mild, 
Doubt no more, but now believe, 
Each become a little child; 
Artful doubts and reas'nings be 
Nail'd with Jesus to the tree; 
Mourning souls, who simple are, 
Surely shall the blessing share. 

3 Thro' his poverty, the poor 
May eternal riches gain; 
Open'd is heav'n's mercy-door, 
None that comes, need come in 

vain. 
Here now freely take who will, 
Each poor sinner take his fill ; 
Rich in grace hereby commence, 
Blush no more for indigence. 

4 They who search their hearts 
with care, 

And the blame their own confess, 
In the Lamb's redemption share, 
To his wounds have free access. 
The}', who deem'd themselves fhe 
Of all sinners, and receive [chief 



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Full forgiveness, peace and rest, 
Pard'ning grace can relish best. 

5 Cover'd with a holy shame, 
Pardon'd sinners they remain : 
Yet their freedom they proclaim, 
Their adoption they maintain. 
Soon as we begin to cease 
Trusting in our righteousness, 
Ceases the tormenting strife, 
All within is peace and life. 

238. T. 583. 

v OME, ye sinners, poor and 
wretched, 

Weak an d wounded, sick and sore! 
Jesus ready stands to save you, 
Full of pity, love and pow'r : 
He is able, : : 
He is willing; doubt no more. 

2 Ho! ye needy, come and wel- 
come; 

God's free bounty glorify ; 
True belief, and true repentance, 
Ev'ry grace that brings us nigh, 
Without money, :|: 
Come to Jesus Christ and buy. 

3 Come, ye weary, heavy-laden, 
Lost and ruiivd by the fall, 

If ye tarry till ye're better, 
Ye will never come at all ; 
Mot the righteous, :|: 
Sinners Jesus came to call. 

4 Let not conscience make you 
linger, 

Nor of fitness fondly dream ; 
All the fitness he requireth, 
Is to feel your need of him ; 
This he gives you, :||: 
'Tis the Spirit's glimm'ring beam. 

5 Agonizing in the garden, 
Lo, your Maker prostrate lies ! 
On the bloody tree be!) old him, 
Hear him crv before he dies : 
"It is finish'd!" :i|: 

Sinner, will not this suffice ? 

6 Lo ! th' incarnate God ascended 
Pleads the merit of his blood ; 



"Venture on him, venture freely, 
Let no other trust intrude; 
None but Jesus :|: 
Can do helpless sinners good. 

7 Saints and angels, join'd in con- 
cert, 
Sing the praises of the Lamb ; 
While the blissful seats of heaven 
Sweetly ecfyo with his name: 
Hallelujah! :||: 
Sinners, here, may sing the same. 

239. T. 591. 

S INNER, hear thy Saviour's call, 
He now is passing by ; 
He hath seen thy grievous thrall, 
And heard thy mournful cry : 
He hath pardon to impart, 
Grace to save thee from thy fears; 
See the love that fills his heart, 
And wipe away thy tears. 

2 Why art thou afraid to come, 
And tell him all thy case ? 

He will not pronounce thy doom, 
Nor frown thee from his face : 
Wilt thou fear Immanuel ? 
Wilt thou dread the Lamb of God, 
Who, to save thy soul from hell, 
Hath shed his precious blood? 

3 Think how on the cross he hung, 
Pierc'd with a thousand wounds ! 
Hark, from each as with a tongue 
The voice of pardon sounds ! 
See, from all his bursting veins, 
Blood, of wond'rous virtue, flow! 
Shed to wash away thy stains, 
And ransom thee from woe. 

4 Tho 5 his majesty be great, 
His mercy is no less ; 

Tho' he thy transgressions hate, 
He feels for thy distress : 
By himself the Lord hath sworn, 
He delights not in thy death ; 
But invites thee to return, 
That thou may'st live by faith. 

5 Raise thy downcast eyes, and see 
What throngs his throne sur- 
round! 



84 Of God's Call of Grace to the unconverted Sinner. 



These, tho' sinners once like thee. 
Have full salvation found i 
Yield not then to unbelief! 
While he saith, " there yet is 

room ;" 
Tho' of sinners thou art chief, 
Since Jesus calls thee, come. 

240. T. 22. 

Vj OME, sinners, to the gospel- 
feast; 
Let ev'ry soul be Jesus' guest; 
Not one of you need stay behind ; 
His gospel calleth to mankind. 

2 Attend! the gospel trumpet 
sounds, [bounds ; 

Calls sinners from earth's farthest 
The year of Jubilee is come ! 
Return, ye ransom'd sinners, home. 

3 Come all ye souls by sin opprest, 
Ye wand'rers, who are seeking rest; 
The poor, the maim'd, the halt, 

the blind, [find. 

With Christ a hearty welcome 

4 The message as from God re- 
ceive ; [live ; 

Ye all may come to Christ and 
O let his love your hearts con- 
strain, 
Nor suffer him to die in vain ! 

5 His love is mighty to compel ; 
His conqu'ring love consent to 

feel: 
Yield to his love's almighty pow'r, 
And strive against your God no 

more. 

6 See him set forth before your 
eyes, 

A precious bleeding sacrifice! 
His offer'd benefits embrace, 
And freely now be sav'd by grace. 

7 This is the time, no more delay; 
This is the acceptable day : 
Come in this moment, at his call, 
And live for him, who dy'cl for all! 



241. T. 22. 

SlNNERS,obey the Gospel word! 
Haste to the supper of the Lord : 
Be wise to know your gracious 

day! 
All things are ready; come away! 

2 Ready the Father is to own, 
And kiss his late returning son : 
Ready your loving Saviour stands, 
And spreads for you his pierced 

hands. 

3 Ready the Spirit to impart 
Grace to subdue the. stubborn 

heart; [abroad, 

To shed Christ's love in you 
And witness you are born of God. 

4 Ready for you the angels wait, 
To triumph in your blest estate : 
All heav'n is ready to resound, 

" The dead's alive, the lost is 
found!" 

5 Come, sinners, to your gracious 
Lord, [word ; 

Incline your ear, and hear his 
His offer'd grace with joy receive, 
Heai*, sinners, and your souls shall 
live. 

242. T. 22. 

JLX O ! ev'ry one that thirsts, draw 
nigh, 

'Tis God invites man's fallen race; 

Salvation without money buy, 

Buy wine, and milk, and gospel- 
grace. 

2 Come to theliving waters, come, 
Sinners, obey your Maker's call; 
Return, yew eary wand'rers, horn e, 
God's grace in Christ is free for 

all. 

3 Ye heavy laden, sin-sick souls, 
See from the Rock a fountain rise; 
For you in healing streams it rolls 
From Jesus, made a sacrifice ! 

4 Nothing you in exchange need 
give; [hind: 

Leave all you are, and have, be- 



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Thankful the gift of God receive, 
Pai* don and peace in Jesus find. 

5 In search of empty joys below, 
Ye toil with unavailing" strife: 
Whither, ah! whither would ye 

go ? [life. 

Christ hath the words of endless 

6 To you he calls, " My good- 
ness prove, 

My promises for all are free : 
O taste my everlasting 1 love, 
And let your souls delight in me." 

243. T. 205. 

SlNNERS, hear the joyful news, 
God, your Maker, is your Friend: 
Think not, that his wrath pursues, 
That his curses you attend. 
" As I live," Jehovah saith, 
" I do not desire your death, 
" Rather, rather would I see 
" Each poor sinner turn to me." 

2 O then turn to him, and live, 
Turn to him with all your woe; 
He is ready to forgive, 
Ready blessings to bestow. 
Outstretch'd see his arms of love, 
Haste his tender heart to prove; 
Haste, ye sinners, you will find, 
Jesus casteth none behind. 

24A. T. 106. 

X E sinners, in the gospel trace 
The Friend and Saviour of man- 
kind; 
Not one of all th' apostate race, 
But may in him salvation find. 
His thoughts, his words, and ac- 
tions prove, [love! 
His life and death — that God is 

2 Behold the Lamb of God, who 

bears 
The sins of all the world away; 
A servant's form he meekly wears, 
He dwells within a house of clay : 
His glory thro' a veil is seen, 
And God with God, is man with 

men. 



II 



3 Behold ourGodincarnate stands, 
And calls his wand'ring creatures 

home ; [hands; 

He all day long spreads out his 
Come, weary souls, to Jesus come: 
Tho' ye be e'er so much opprest, 
Believe, and he will give you rest. 

4 Ah, do not of his goodness 
doubt, 

His saving grace for all is free; 
He saith, " I ne'er will cast him 

out, 
Who as a sinner comes to me ; 

1 can to none myself deny :" 
Come, sinners, come; why will 

ye die? 

245. T. ±51. 

SlNNERS, would ye be healed? 
Then come to Jesus Christ; 
In him is grace revealed, 
Come only undisguis'd; 
Come poor and miserable, 
Draw nigh just as you are; 
You'll find, that he is able 
Your losses to repair. 

2 His wounds are open fountains 
To wash you white all o'er, 
Yea, were your sins like moun- 
tains, 

Or sands on ocean's shore; 
Believe in the atonement 
By Christ's all-saving blood; 
Do not delay one moment, 
Come to the Lamb of God I 

246. T. 90. 

WHERE shall my wond'ring 

soul begin 
While I to heav'nly songs aspire? 
A slave redeem'd from death and 

sin, 
A brand pluck'd from eternal fire; 
How shall I due thanksgivings 

raise, 
And sound my great Deliv'rer's 

praise! 



86 Of God's Call of Grace to the unconverted Sinner. 



2 O how shall I the goodness tell, 
Saviour, which thou hast shown 

to me? 
That I, a child of wrath and hell, 
A happy child of God should be; 
Should know, should feel my sins 

forgiv'n, 
And that I am an heir of heav'n ! 

3 Outcasts of men, to you I call, 
Harlots and publicans, believe; 
He spreads his arms t' embrace 

you all, 
Repenting 1 sinners he'll receive: 
No need of him the righteous have, 
He came the lost to seek and save. 

4 Come, O my fellow sinners, 
come, [weight ; 

Groaning beneath sin's pond'rous 
He calls you no vv, invites you home! 
Come quickly, ere it be too late ; 
Tho' foes protest, and friends re- 
pine, [and mine. 
He dy'd for crimes like yours 

5 For you the healing current 
flow'd [side; 

From the Redeemer's wounded 

Languished for you th' eternal 
God, 

For you the Prince of glory dy'd ! 

Believe, your sins shall be for- 
giv'n; 

Only believe, and yours is Heav'n. 

247. T. 11. 

JN OW begin the heav'nly theme, 
Praise ye Jesus' saving name; 
Ye who Jesus' kindness prove, 
Triumph in redeeming love. 

2 Ye, who see the Father's grace 
Beaming in the Saviour's face; 
As to heav'n ye onward move, 
Praise and bless redeeming love. ' 



3 Mourning souls, dry up your 
tears, 

Banish all your guilty fears ; 
Jesus will your guilt remove, „ 
Prompted by redeeming love. 

4 Ye, alas ! who long have been 
Willing- slaves of death and sin; 
Now from bliss no longer rove, 
Stop and taste redeeming love. 

5 Welcome all by sin opprest, 
Welcome all to Jesus Christ ; 
Nothing brought him from above, 
Nothing but redeeming love. 

6 He subdu'd th' infernal pow'rs, 
His tremendous foes and ours, 
From their cursed empire drove, 
Mighty in redeeming love. 

7 Sing, yeransom'd, to his praise, 
Tune your songs to grateful lays; 
Mortals, join the hosts above. 
Join to praise redeeming love. 

248.* T. 582. 

"C OME to me," saiththeLord, 
" All ye who are opprest, 
Weary and heavy-laden souls, 
And I will give you rest." 

2 " Whoe'er to me will come, 
And th' offer'd grace receive, 
Him I in no wise will cast out, 
He shall be mine and live." 

249,* T. 97. 

oINNERS, your Maker is your 

Friend. 
He calls you, to his call attend: 
" Sure as I live," to you he saith, 
" I ne'er desire the sinner's death, 
" But that repenting he may turn 

to me, 
" And live for ever." Lord, we 

come to thee ! 



t 8^ ] 



XIV. Of Repentance unto Life. 



250.* T. 132. 

LORD Jesus Christ, my sove- 
reign Good, 

Thou fountain of salvation ! 

Behold, how sin's most dreadful 
load 

Fills me with condemnation. 

My sins indeed are numberless ; 

Lord, regard my deep distress, 
Relieve my guilty conscience. 

2 In pity look upon my need, 
Remove thou my oppression; 
Since thou hast sufFer'd in my 

stead, 
And paid for my transgression ; 
Let me not yield to dark despair, 
Nor live in constant dread and 

fear 
Of death and condemnation. 

3 When I review my mis -spent 

1 feel a heavy burden ; [days 
Reflecting on my trespasses, 

I scarce could hope for pardon; 
But should be hopeless and for- 
lorn, 
Uncertain where for help to turn, 
If I had not thy promise. 

4 But thy reviving gospel-word, 
Which leads me to salvation, 
Doth joy unspeakable afford, 
And lasting consolation. 

This tells me, thou wilt not disdain 
A broken heart replete with pain, 
That turns to thee, O Jesus. 

5 Me, heavy-laden sinner, hear, 
To thee I make confession ; 

To my complaints now lend an 
Regard my supplication. [ear, 
My longing is, O wash me clean 
From ev'ry spot and stain of sin, 
Like David and Manasseh. 

6 Lord, I approach thy mercy- 
seat, 

And pray thee to forgive me; 



With contrite heart I thee intreat, 
Show pity and receive me; 
Cast all my sins and trespasses 
Into the ocean of thy grace, 
And them no more remember. 

7 Oh, for thy name's sake, let me 
prove 

Thy mercy, gracious Saviour! 
The yoke, which galls me, soon 

remove, 
Restore me to thy favor : 
Thy love shed in my heart abroad, 
That I may live to thee, my God, 
And yield thee true obedience. 

8 Thy joyful Spirit give mepow'r, 
Thy stripes heal my diseases ; 
Apply thy blood at my last hour, 
To save me, dearest Jesus ! 
Then to thy promis'd rest me 

bring, [sing 

That with the ransom'd I may 
Thy praise above for ever. 

251.* T. ±32. 

\J UT of the deep I cry to thee, 
My God! with heart's contrition; 
Bow down thine ear in grace to me, 
And hear thou my petition ; 
For if in judgment thou wilt try 
Man's sin, and great iniquity, 
Ah ! who can stand before thee ? 

2 T' obtain remission of our sin, 
Xo work of ours availeth ; 
We're helpless, guilty and unclean, 
L T nless God's grace prevaileth; 
We're 'midst our fairest actions 

lost, [boast, 

And none 'fore him of aught can 
We live alone thro' mercy. 

3 Therefore my hope is in God's 
grace, 

And not in my own merit ; 
On him my confidence I place, 
Instructed by his Spirit : 



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Of Repentance unto Life. 



His precious word hath promis'd 

me, 
He will my joy and comfort be ; 
Thereon is my reliance. 

4 Tho' sin with us doth much 

abound, 
Yet grace still more aboundeth; 
Sufficient help in him is found, 
Where sin most deeply woundeth: 
He the good Shepherd is indeed, 
Who his lost sheep doth seek, and 
With tender love and pity, [lead, 

252.* T. 75. 

WHITHER shall I fly, 
Depress 'd with misery ? 
Who is it that can ease me, 
And from my sins release me ? 
Man's help I vain have proved, 
Sin's load remains unmoved. 

2 O Jesus, Source of grace! 

1 seek thy loving* face, 
Upon thy invitation, 
With deep humiliation; 
Oh, let thy blood me cover, 
And wash my soul all over. 

3 I thy unworthy child, 
Corrupt throughout and spoil'd, 
Beseech thee to relieve me, 
And graciously forgive me 

My sins, which have abounded, 
And my poor soul confounded. 

4 Thro' thy atoning blood, 
That precious healing flood, 
Purge off all sin and sadness, 
And fill my heart with gladness ; 
Lord, hear thou my confession, 
And blot out my transgression. 

5 Thou shalt my comfort be, 
Since thou hast dy'd for me: 
I am by thee acquitted 

Of all I e'er committed ; 
My sins by thee were carry'd, 
And in thy tomb interred. 

6 I know my poverty ; 
But ne'ertheless for me 
Are all good gifts procured, 



Since Jesus death endured : 
Thus strengthen'd, I may banish 
All fears, my foes must vanish. 

7 Christ ! thy atoning blood, 
The sinner's highest good, 

Is pow'rful to deliver, 
And free the soul for ever 
From all claim of the devil, 
And cleanse us from all evil. 

8 Lord Jesus Christ ! in thee 
I trust eternally : 

I know I shall not perish, 
But in thy kingdom flourish! 
Since thou hast death sustained, 
Life is for me obtained. 

9 Lord, strengthen thou my heart, 
To me such grace impart, 
That nought, which may await 
From thee may separate me ; [me, 
Let me with thee, my Saviour, 
United be for ever. 

253.* T. 123. 

LORD, afford me light ! 
I'm straying' still in darkness, 
And know myself not right. 
This 1 perceive, alas ! 

Tho' I'm not what I was, 
Yet what I 'ought to be 

1 find not yet in me. 

2 I know 'tis not the same 
To be a real christian, 

Or only one in name : 

To him alone is due 

That name, who doth subdue 

His lusts thro' Jesus' pow'r, 

And lives to self no more. 

3 Ah, my defect lies here — 
My love to thee, my Saviour, 
Is not as yet sincere; 
Hence grief doth me corrode, 
I'm to myself a load, 

I'm not inclin'd to part 

With things that cause me smart. 

4 Resolve, my stubborn breast ! 
I must sincerely venture, 

Else I shall find no rest. 



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If I but bid adieu 
To ev'ry fleshly view, 
And cleave to Christ alone, 
The work at once is done. 

5 Vile worm ! should'st thou re- 
To Christ to be devoted, [fuse 
Who dy'd upon the cross 

To save thee by his death, 
Who gave thee life and breath ? 
Who Christ hath for his Friend, 
His bliss will never end. 

6 The language of true faith 

Is this : " Lord, my Redeemer, 
Oh, by thy blood and death, 
Be thou my Help and Shield, 
To thee myself I yield. 
I'm thine, and thine will be 
To all eternity." 

7 " Do what thou wilt with me; 
If I am but prepared 

A vessel fit for thee, 
To live unto thy praise, 
Cloth'd in thy righteousness, 
And sanctify'd by grace; 
Then happy is my case." 

254. T. 14. 

JL HE Lord first empties whom 

he fills, 
Casts down whom he would raise; 
He quickens, when the letter kills, 
Exalting thus his praise. 

2 All fears and terrors, when he 
At once must disappear; [smiles, 
The bruis'd and wounded heart 

he heals, 
And feeds with heav'nly cheer. 

3 When he applies his healing 
Unto a sin-sick soul; [blood 
This balsam pow'rful, precious, 

good, 
Ne'er fails to make it whole. 

4 He freely laid his majesty 
And all his glory by, 

That our wants, thro' his poverty, 
He richly might supply. 

H 



5 He's full of grace and truth 
indeed, 

Of peace, of life and light; 

To all, that helpless sinners need, 

He gives thy soul a right. 

6 Tho' heav'n's his throne, he 
came from thence 

To seek and save the lost; 
Whate'er might be the vast ex- 
pense, 
His love would bear the cost. 

7 On us he spent his life and blood, 
Our losses to retrieve; 
Mankind's redemption now holds 
For sinners who believe. [good 

255. T. 96. 

1. HE Lord descended from 

above, 
Our loss of Eden to retrieve; 
O God of mercy, grace and love, 
If all the world in thee may live, 
In me a quick'ning spirit be, [me. 
And witness thou hast dy'd for 

2 Thou loving, all-atoning Lamb, 
By all thy pain and agony, 

Thy bloody sweat, thy grief and 

shame. 
Thy cross and passion on the tree, 
Thy meritorious death, I pray, 
Take all, take all my sins away. 

3 I'll be like Magd'len at thy feet, 
And humbly bathe them with my 

tears; 
The hist'ry of thy love repeat 
In ev'ry mourning sinner's ears ; 
That all may hear the joyful sound, 
That I, ev'n I, have mercy found. 

256. T. 14. 

JlN thee, O Christ, is all my hope, 
My comfort's all in thee, 
Since I'm assur'd thy mercy's nigh. 
And that thou stand'st by me. 

2 Me, nor the saints on earth can 

help, 
Nor angels near thy throne; 

2 



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To thee I run, thy help to find, 
In thee I trust alone. 

3 I feel the load of sin so vast, 
It sinks me to the grave : [sins, 
But let thy blood wash out my 
Since me thou cam'st to save. 

4 Cloth'd in thy righteousness 
O may I see thy face, [divine, 
Receive the promise from above, 
That I'm restor'd by grace. 

5 On me, thy helpless worm, O 
A living faith bestow; [Lord, 
That I thy mercy, truth and love, 
May by experience know. 

257. T. 205. 

JL ONG I strove my God to love, 
Long I strove his laws to keep, 
Fain would fix my thoughts above, 
Faintly hop'd I was his sheep ; 
But my striving* all prov'd vain, 
Still I found my heart in pain; 
Yet ne'er all my vileness saw, 
Till declar'd accurs'd by law. 

2 When with sense of guilt op- 
prest, 

All my soul was sunk in fear, 
Pain and anguish fill'd my breast; 
Then did Jesus Christ appeal*: 
Not with vengeance in his eyes, 
No, but as a sacrifice 
Acceptable unto God; 
Glorious off 'ring, precious blood! 

3 He was offer'd on the tree, 
Jesus the unspotted Lamb ! 
Worthy truth, great mystery! 
By his blood salvation came. 

Bv his stripes my wounds are 

'heal'd, 
By his death, God's love reveal'd; 
We, once strangers far from God, 
Are brought nigh by Jesus' blood. 

258. T. 581. 

SAVIOUR of thy chosen race, 
View me from thy heav'nly tin-one; 
Give the sweet relenting grace, 
hi often thou this heart of stone j 



Stone to flesh, O God, convert, 
Cast a look, and break my heart I 

2 By thy Spirit me reprove, 
All my inmost sins reveal ; 
Sins against thy light and love 
Let me see, and let me feel ; 
| Sins, that crucify'd my God, 
j Sins, for which he shed his blood. 



j 3 Jesus, seek thy wand'ring sheep, 
! Make me restless to return ; 
i Bid me look on thee and weep, 
j Bitterly as Peter mourn ; 
j Till I can, by grace restor'd, 
Say: thou know'st, I love thee, 
Lord. 

4 Might I in thy sight appear, 
As the publican, distrest; 
Stand, not daring to draw near, 
Smite on my unworthy breast; 

j Utter the poor sinner's plea: 
God, be merciful to me! 

5 Ah, remember me for good, 
Passing thro' this mortal vale! 
Show me thy atoning blood, 
When my strength and courage 
Let me oft in spirit see [fail ; 
Jesus, crucify'd for me! 

259. T. 582. 

All! whither should I go, 
Burden'd, and sick, and faint? 
To whom should 1 my trouble 

show, 
And pour out my complaint? 
My Saviour bids me come, 
Ah! why should I delay? 
He calls the weary sinner home, 
And yet from him I stray. 

; 2 What is it keeps me back, 
■ From which I cannot part ? 

Which will not let my Saviour 
i Possession of my heart ? [take 

Some cursed thing unknown 

Must surely lurk within, 

Some idol which 1 will not own, 

Some secret bosom -sin. 

1 3 Jesus, the hindrance show, 
I Which I have fear'd to see : 



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Yea, let me now consent to know 
What keeps me back from thee. 
Searcher of hearts, in mine 
Thy trying pow'r display; 
Into its darkest corners shine, 
And take the vail away. 

4 I now believe; in thee 
Compassion reigns alone : 
According" to my faith, to me 
O let it, Lord, be done ! 
In me is all the bar, 
Which thou wouldst fain remove: 
llemove it, then shall I declare, 
That thou, O God, art love! 

260. T. 582. 

\J LORD, how vile am I, 

Unholy and unclean ! 

How can I venture to draw nigh 

With such a load of sin ? 

And must I then indeed 

Sink in despair and die ? 

Fain would I hope that thou didst 

For such a wretch as I. [bleed 

2 That blood which thou hast 

spilt, 
That grace which is thy own, 
Can cleanse the vilest sinner's 

guilt, 
And soften hearts of stone. 
Low at thy feet I bow, 
Oh pity and forgive: 
Here will I lie, and wait till thou 
Shalt bid me rise and live. 

261. T. 14. 

A HE mist before my eyes re- 

mov'd 
With wonder struck I see, 
Dear Lord, the black, the num'- 

rous crimes, 
By which I've grieved thee. 

2 These were the unrelenting foes, 
Which made thee groan and cry ; 
Caus'd thee to shed thy precious 

blood, 
And bow thine head, and die. 



3 Thy love hath thawed my froz- 
en heart, 

And caus'd my tears to flow; 
I now abhor that monster sin, 
And find he is my foe. 

4 I trust my guilt was done away 
By my incarnate God, 

Who felt, t' atone for man's of- 
The sin-avenging rod. [fence, 

262. T. 11. 

XXEAR, O Jesus, my complaints, 
Known to thee are all my wants ; 
Self-convicted, self-abhorr'd, 

1 approach thee, dearest Lord. 

2 Known to thee, whose eyes are 
1 thy love and pity claim : [flame, 
With an eye of love look down, 
Help me, Lord, O help me soon. 

3 Break, O break this heart of 
Form it for thy use alone ; [stone; 
Bid each vanity depart, 

Build thy temple in my heart. 

4 This be my support in need, 
That thou didst so freely bleed: 
All my joys and hopes arise 
From thy bleeding sacrifice. 

5 This confirms me, when I'm 
weak, 

Comforts me, when I am sick, 
Gives me courage, when I faint, 
Well supplies my ev'ry want. 

6 Saviour, to my heart be near, 
Exercise thy Shepherd-care; 
Guard my weakness by thy grace, 
Fill my soul with heav'nly peace. 

263.* T. 205. 

O H, how great, how rich, how 

free, 
Is the grace which Christ bestows! 
Only cast your misery 
At the foot of Jesus' cross ; 
Weeping at the throne of grace 
Lie, and never quit the place, 
Never till your suit's obtain'd, 
Never till the blessing's gain'd. 



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564. T. 16. 
Nothing but thy blood, o 

Jesus ! 
Can relieve us from our smart ; 
Nothing" else from guilt release us, 
Nothing else can melt the heart, 

2 Nothing- else can ease our bur- 
Jesus' precious blood alone, [den: 
Can produce a sense of pardon, 
And dissolve a heart of stone. 

265.* T. 66. 

JJE not dismay'd — in time of 
need, [situation ; 

Thy Saviour knows thy irksome 
His heart is mil d, — with pity filPd, 
Can't see thy grief without com- 
miseration. 

2 To Christ draw nigh — for help 

apply, 
He will pour out on thee the oil 

of gladness; 
He feels and knows — thy griefs 

and woes, 
Will turn to joy and comfort all 

thy sadness. 



566.* T. 36. 

Lt ORD Jesus Christ, if thou wert 

not my Saviour, 
Were not thy blood still pleading 

in my favor, 
Where should I, poorest among 

all the needy, 

Find succor ready ! 

2 What should I do, a sinner vile 
and wretched, 

W r ere not thy arms of love to mc 
outstretched; 

But thou my Refuge art, my Con- 
solation, 

And whole Salvation. 

267.* T. 142. 

XXERE come I, my Shepherd, 

athirst after thee; 
In mercy receive me, for mercy's 

my plea: 
The word thou hast spoken, 
Can never be broken ; 
Thou know'st I am needy, and 

greatly distrest, 
Thou callest the weary to come 

and find rest. 



XV. Of Faith. 



268.* T. 106. 

J\ OW I have found the ground 

wherein 
Sure my soul's anchor may remain; 
Ev'n Christ, who to atone for sin, 
Was as a spotless victim slain : 
Whose mercy shall unshaken stay 
When heav'n and earth are fled 

away. 

2 O Lord, thy everlasting grace 
Our scanty thought surpasseth 

far: [ness, 

Thou show'st maternal tender- 
Thy arms of love still open are, 
Thy heart o'er sinners can't but 

break, [take. 

Whether thy grace they slight or 



3 God in man's death takes no 
delight ; [tain 

Each soul may grace and lifeob- 
In him, who left his glory bright, 
Took flesh, and dy'd, and rose 

again : [less 

And now he knocks times number- 
At our hearts' door, and offers 

grace. 

4 O Love! thou bottomless abyss! 
My sins are swallow'd up in thee; 
Cover'd is my unrigh eousness, 
From condemnation new I'm free; 
Since Jesus' blood, thro' earth 

and skies, 
" Mercy, free boundless mercy!" 
cries. 



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93 



5 By faith I plunge into this sea, 
Here is my hope, my joy, my rest; 
Hither, when sin assails, I flee, 

1 look into my Saviour's breast : 
Away, sad doubt, and anxious 

fear — [there. 

" Mercy" is all that^s written 

6 Tho' waves and storms go o'er 
my head, 

Tho' strength, and health, and 

friends be gone; 
Tho' joys bewither'd all and dead; 
Tho' ev'ry comfort be withdrawn; 
Stedfast on this my soul relies, 
Jesus, thy mercy never dies. 

7 Fix'd on this ground may I re- 
main, [cay; 

Tho' my heart fail, and flesh de- 
This anchor shall my soul sustain, 
When earth's foundations melt 
away : [prove, 

Mercy's full pow'r I then shall 
Lov'd with an everlasting love! 

269.* T. 22. 

IN holy writ it is avow'd 
That Christ was Israel's Cov'nant- 

God, 
The Church's everlasting Head, 
God of the living and the dead. 

2 All things were made by Christ, 
the Word, 

By Christ was man to life restor'd; 
The Prophets, strong in faith and 

bold, 
His coming in the flesh foretold. 

3 No wonder therefore that we 
read, 

Abra'm to see his day was glad ; 
Isaiah too his glory saw, 
And spoke of him with joy and 
awe. 

4 'Tis sure that by his bitter pain, 
He for mankind did life obtain, 
Did for his church on earth atone, 
And for the ransom'd round the 

throne. 



5 We love the Lamb of God who 
dy'd: 

Whoever seeketh aught beside, 
Belongs not to our company ; 
Christ is our All eternally. 

6 Our theme within the church 
shall be [agony ! 

Christ's wounds, his griefs and 
Our theme when to the world we 

call, 
His blood, the ransom paid for all. 

270. T. 22. 

JP AITH comes by hearing God's 

record 
Concerning Jesus Christ the Lord; 
The happy means, which heav'n 

hath blest 
To bring us to the gospel-rest. 

2 The joyful sound is news of 
grace, 

Redemption of a fallen race, 
Thro' Jesus' righteousness divine, 
Which bright from faith to faith 
doth shine. 

3 The promise of immortal bliss 
We have in Christ our Righteous- 
ness; 

By this our righteousness is 

bought, 
Faith pleads that right, but buys 

it not. 

4 True faith receives the offer'd 
good [blood? 

And promise seal'd with Jesus' 
Faith gives no title to the bliss, 
But takes the Saviour's righteous- 
ness. 

5 In the Redeemer, as my Head, 
The cov'nant is established: 

In him the promises are Yea, 
In him Amen, and not in me. 

271. T. 14. 

HAIL, Alpha and Omega, hail! 
1'hou Author of our faith, 
The Finisher of all our hopes, 
The Truth, the Life, the Path, 



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2 Hail, First and Last, thou great 

I AM! 
In whom we live and move; 
Increase our little spark of faith, 
And fill our hearts with love. 

3 O let that faith which thou hast 
taught 

Be treasur'din our breast; 
The evidence of unseen joys, 
The substance of our rest. 

4 Then shall we go from strength 
to strength, 

From grace to greater grace; 
From each degree of faith to more, 
Till we behold thy face. 

272. T. 106. 

Ju ROM life and grace, (this we 

are bold 
Before an erring world t' assert,) 
Nothing one moment doth with- 
hold 
A m an, but his unwilling heart : 
In our dear Lord there's no delay, 
Fix'd is liis will, and plain his 
way. 

2 Should anyone of serious frame, 
That long hath seem'd to seek his 

face, 
His tedious tasks and trials name, 
Preparatory steps of grace ; 
We say, " Xo, Christ requires 

them not, [wrought." 

And this fine web a false heart 

3 Should any think he's so hemm'd 
With sin, as to be past relief, [in 
Alas ! he knows not, that the sin, 
Which binds his soul, is unbelief: 
If to the cross we lift our eye, 
Then sin and Satan soon must fly. 

4 Ready our Saviour is indeed, 
His glorious work in all to do ; 
To ev'ry one it must be said, 

u Thou hadst been happy long 

ago, [care 

Hadst thou in faith cast all thy 

On Jesus Christ, who heareth 

pray'r." 



273. T. 22. 

XjY various maxims, forms and 

rules, [schools, 

That pass for wisdom in the 

1 strove my passion to restrain; 
But all my efforts prov'd in vain. 

2 But since my Saviour I have 
known, 

My rules are all reduc'd to one ; 
To keep my Lord, by faith, in 
view, [tives too. 

This strength supplies, and mo- 

3 I see him lead a suff'ring life, 
Patient, amidst reproach and 

strife; [take 

And from his pattern courage 
To bear and suffer for his sake. 

4 Upon the cross I see him bleed, 
And by the sight from guilt am 

freed ; 
This sight destroys the life of sin, 
And quickens heav'nly life within. 

5 To look to Jesus as he rose 
Confirms my faith, disarms my 

foes; 
Satan I shame and overcome, 
By pointing to my Saviour's tomb. 

6 Exalted on his glorious throne, 
I see him make my cause his own ; 
Then all my anxious cares subside, 
For Jesus lives, and will provide. 

7 I see him look with pity down, 
And hold in view the conqu'rors' 

crown ; [before, 

If press'd with griefs and cares 
My soul revives, nor asks for 

more. 

8 By faith I see the hour at hand 
When in his presence Ishallstand; 
Then it will be my endless bliss, 
To see him where, and as he is. 

274.* T. 11. 

L AMB of God, who thee receive, 
Who in thee desire to live, 
Cry by day and night to thee, 
As thou art, so let us be. 



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93 



2 Fix, O fix our wav'ring mind, 
To thy cross us firmly bind: 
Gladly now we would be clean ; 
Cleanse our hearts from ev'ry sin. 

3 Dust and ashes tho' we be, 
Full of guilt and misery; 
Thine we are, thou Son of God, 
Take the purchase of thy blood. 

4 Sinners who in thee believe 
Everlasting' life receive; 
They with joy behold thy face, 
Triumph in thy pard'ning grace. 

5 Life deriving* from thy death, 
They proceed from faith to faith, 
Walk the new, the living- way, 
Leading* to eternal day. 

6 Blest are they who follow thee, 
AVhile this lig-ht of life they see ; 
Filled with thy sacred love 
They thy quick'ning power prove. 

7 Praise on earth to thee be giv'n, 
Never-ceasing- praise in heav'n ; 
Boundless wisdom, pow'r divine, 
Love unspeakable are thine ! 

275. T. 14. 

HEAL us, Immanuel, here we 
Waiting- to feel thy touch ; [are, 
Deep woundedsouls to thee repair. 
And, Saviour, we are such. 

2 Our faith is feeble, we confess, 
We faintly trust thy word; 

But wilt thou pity us the less? 
Be that far from thee, Lord! 

3 Remember him who once ap- 
ply'd, 

With trembling-, for relief; 

" Lord, [ believe," with tears he 

" O help my unbelief." [cry'd, 

4 She too, who touch'd thee in 
the press, 

And healing virtue stole, 

Was answer'd, " Daughter, go in 

peace, 
Thy faith hath made thee whole." j 



5 Conceal'd amidst the gath 'ring 
tlirong, [eyes ; 

She would have shunn'd thine 
And if her faith was firm and 

strong, 
Strong were her doubts likewise. 

6 Like her, with hopes and fears, 
we come, 

To touch thee if we may ; 

Oh! send us not despairing home,, 

Send none unheal'd away. 

276* T. 184. 

O JESUS, 'fore whose radiation, 
The seraphim must cover'd stand, 
When, in their awful ministration, 
They wait for thy supreme com- 
mand: [sighted, 
How can this body's eyes, dim- 
Which by sin's gloomy misery 
And earthly shadows are benight- 
ed, 
Endure thy glorious light to see! 

2 Yet let by faith my penetration 
Reach ev'n within the sanctuary; 
Thy mercy be my consolation, 
May this uphold and strengthen 

me, [cious, 

Reach unto me thy sceptre gra- 
Who low, like Esther, 'fore thee 

bow, [tious, 

Say, " I will be to thee propi- 
And loving kindness to thee 

show." 

3 O Jesus, show thy great com- 
passion 

Unto the soul that pants for thee; 
Hear thou my humble supplica- 
tion, 
My God, be merciful to me! 
I know thou art with pity filled 
To sinners who thy mercy crave; 
My pardon by thy blood is sealed, 
I know 'twas shed my soul to save. 

4 I recommend myself for ever 
To thee, with filial confidence; 
I pray, O Lord, regard in favor 
My tears, and humble penitence; 



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Of Faith. 



I thro' thy death am justified, 
No condemnation is in me; 
I shall remain to thee allied, 
Since I am reconcil'd to thee. 

5 O let thy Spirit still attend me, 
Nor from my soul withdraw his 

light, [me, 

Protect, and graciously defend 
And order all my steps aright; 
That I may, without variation, 
By humbly walking in thy ways, 
Suit to thy will my conversation, 
While here I run my mortal race. 

6 Give me the armor of the Spirit, 
Support me with thy pow'r ful aid, 
Then, bold in faith, I need not 

fear it, [invade. 

When hostile pow'rs would me 
Thus will thy kingdom, mighty 

Saviour, [seen, 

In which true righteousness is 
Be further' d by my weak endeavor; 
There grace and truth for ever 

reign. 

7 O yes, above all else I'll love 
thee; [own; 

My heart, tho' worthless, be thine 
Could infinite compassion move 

thee 
To leave for me thy heav'nly 

throne ? 
Then let my heart be dedicated 
To thee; fix there thy residence 
Till I shall be to heav'n translated, 
In joy to see thy countenance. 

8 Lord, while my faith to thee as- 
cendeth, 

O may thy grace descend to me; 
Thou art my joy which never 
endeth, 

fill my heart with love to thee. 

1 will adore and love thee longer, 
Than while my heart its throbs 

repeats ; 
The flame of love shall break 

forth stronger, 
When here my pulse no longer 

beats. 



277. T. 14. 

MISTAKEN souls ! that dream 

of heav'n 
And make their empty boast 
Of inward joys, and sins forgiv'n, 
While they are slaves to lust. 

2 Vain are our fancies, airy flights, 
If faith be cold and dead ; 
None but a living pow'r unites 
To Christ the living Head. 

3 'Tis faith that changes all the 
heart, 

'Tis faith that works by love, 
That bids all sinful joys depart, 
And lifts the thoughts above. 

4 'Tis faith that conquers earth 
and hell, 

By a celestial pow'r; 

This is the grace that shall pre- 

In the decisive hour. [vail 

5 True faith obeys its Author's 
will, 

As well as trusts his grace; 
A pard'ning God is jealous still 
For his own holiness. 

6 When from the curse he sets 
us free, 

He makes our nature clean ; 
Nor would he send his Son to be 
The minister of sin. 

7 His Spirit purifies the heart, 
And seals our peace with God; 
True holiness nought can impart 
But Jesus' cleansing blood. 

278.* T. 37. 

THO' ev'ry child of God 

Is a new creature, 

Yet do we feel the load 

Of sinful nature; 

Which, if by faith we cleave 

To Christ our Saviour, 

Can, tho' it cause us grief, 

Condemn us never. 

2 He's merciful and kind 
Past all expression ; 



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95 



If we are but inclin'd 

To make confession 

Of all our sinfulness, 

His gTeat compassion 

Prompts him to grant us peace, 

And consolation. 

3 He grants us, for our tears, 
His oil of gladness ; 
Delivers, heals and cheers, 
Dispels our sadness : 

Yea, tho' our bodies die, 
His resurrection 
Proves, they shall certainly 
Rise to perfection. 

4 My portion is the Lord, 
I seek his favor; 

And in his name and word 
Confide for ever. 
Nought in the world to me 
Can yield such pleasure, 
As to be found in thee, 
O Christ, my Treasure ! 



5 Therefore I'll humbly cleave, 
To my Creator, 
Who, that my soul might live, 
Assum'd my nature; 
Redeem'd me by his blood, 
And bitter passion ; 
Thanks to the Lamb of God 
For my salvation! 

279.* T. 184. 

VV HEX rising winds, and rain 
descending, 

A near approaching storm declare, 

With trembling speed their wings 
extending, 

The birds to hollow trees repair; 

Thus I in faith with sin oppress- 
ed, 

My refuge take, O Christ, to thee; 

Thy wounds, my hiding-place 
most blessed, 

From ev'ry evil shelter me. 



XVI. Of the Forgiveness of Sins, 



280.* T. 97. 

JESUS, our glorious Head and 

Chief, 
Dear Object of our hearts' belief, 
O let us in thy nail-prints see 
Our pardon and election free; 
And, while we view by faith thy 

pierced side, [for us dy'd. 

Call thee our Lord and God, who 

2 The doctrine of Christ's blood 
and death, 

Imparting life to us thro' faith, 
A myst'ry is, which is reveal'd 
To babes, but from the wise con- 

ceal'd; [earth is known; 

Thereby the Saviour's flock on 
Of this the ransom'd sing before 

God's throne. 

3 While human nature doth exist, 
While Jesus reigns as Lorcl and 

Christ, 



So long of the whole gospel this 
From first to last the substance is; 
All, to whom God his counsel 

doth reveal, 
To thi3 as truth divine can set 

their seal. 

4 Should any virtuous seem to be, 
And blameless from his infancy, 
And scarcely ever have been try'd 
By avarice, by lust, or pride, 
And therefore think, ' I am a 

child of God,' 
He's deaf and blind, and quite 
mistakes the road. 

5 All those who, thro' a beam of 
light, [right, 

Can see and own they are not 
But enter on a legal strife, 
Amend their former course of life, 
And toil and labor hard from day 
to day; [way 

Such also miss to happiness the 



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Of the Forgiveness of Sins. 



6 But sinners, who, with pungent 
smart, 

Bewail the vileness of their heart, 
Mourning because of unbelief, 
Of sinners deem themselves the 
chief, [rig-hteousness, 

Despairing of their self-made 
They may depend on Jesus' sav- 
ing grace. 

7 To such he saith, " Arise and 
live, 

I freely all thy sins forgive, 

I have redeem'd thee, thou art 

mine, 
Thyself in faith to me resign; 
Obey my voice, and walk in all 

my ways, 
I'll grant to thee in heav'nly 

realms a place." 

8 His Holy Spirit we receive, 
And on our Saviour's word believe; 
We trust in his atoning death, 
As the foundation of our faith, 
And in his robe of righteousness 

array' d, [forted. 

Are 'midst his chosen richly com- 

9 The humble sinner's shame we 
feel, 

Andpow'r divine to do God's will, 
These are combin'd in ev'ry heart 
That in Christ's merits hath apart; 
No more, for want of strength, 

good motions die, 
Since Jesus gives us constant 

victory. 

10 We rest in Christ, and yet 
desire, [fire, 

Because his love our hearts doth 
To serve his cause with all our 
might, [light ; 

And deem our Saviour's burden 
Don't we succeed, we think our- 
selves to blame, 
And if we do, we praise his holy 
name. 

11 Should self-complacency take 
place, 

When we review our faithfulness, 



We're soon with inward shame 

bow'd down, 
Forget ourselves, and freely own, 
That Jesus works in us whate'er 

is good, 
And thank him for the pow'r he 

hath bestow'd. 

12 Grace is the only wish and 
pray'r, [are; 

Of all those who God's children 
They meditate by night and day, 
How they may true obedience pay 
To Jesus, who redeem'd us by his 
death ; [their faith. 

And grace unmerited supports 

281.* T. 22. 

1 HE Saviour's blood and right- 
eousness 
My beauty is, my glorious dress; 
Thus well array' d, I need not fear, 
When in his presence 1 appear. 

2 The holy, spotless Lamb of God, 
Who freely gave his life and blood, 
For all my num'rous sins t' atone, 
I for my Lord and Saviour own. 

3 In him I trust for evermore, 
He hath expunged the dreadful 

score 
Of all my guilt; this done away, 
1 need not fear the judgment day. 

4 Therefore my Saviour's blood 
and death 

Is here the substance of my faith; 
And shall remain, when called 

hence, 
My only hope and confidence. 

5 For should I e'er so faithful 
prove, [love, 

Serve my kind Lord with zeal and 
And spend my life for him I serve, 
Nor e'er from his commandments 
swerve ; 

6 Yet when my Saviour I shall see, 
Then shall I have this only plea : 
" Here is a sinner, who would fain 
Thro' the Lamb's ransom entrance 

gain." 



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7 Thus Abraham was sav'd by 
grace, [ness; 

Believing- in Christ's righteous - 
And all the ransom'd saints in 

light 
In this blest song of praise unite : 

8 " All pow'r and glory doth per- 
tain 

Unto the Lamb, for he was slain ; 

And hath redeem'd us by his 

blood, [God." 

And made us kings and priests to 

9 While here on earth I still re- 
main, 

This doctrine firmly I'll maintain; 
And both in word and deed pro- 
claim 
Thepow'r of Jesus' saving name. 

10 Lord Jesus Christ, all praise 
to thee! 

That thou didst deign a man to be, 
And for each soul which thou hast 

made 
Hast an eternal ransom paid, 

HO King of glory, Christ the 

Lord! 
God's only Son, eternal Word! 
Let all the world thy mercy see, 
And bless those who believe in 

thee, 
12 Thy incarnation, wounds and 

death, 

1 will confess while I have breath, 
Till I shall see thee face to face, 
Arrayed with thy righteousness. 

282.* T. 590. 

GRACE! grace! O that's a wel- 
come sound! 
A joyful sound to all, 
Who clearly see, and deeply feel 
Themis'ry of the fall: 
Who rightly know the wretched 
Of sinners void of grace, [state 
Ere Christ selects them to enjoy 
In heav'nly realms a place. 

2 Grace ! how exceeding great to 
Who, ready to despair, [those 



Asham'd confess, and truly know 
How vile and weak they are! 
Yet grace, free grace, most sweet- 
ly calls, 
" Directly come, who will, 
Just as you are, for Christ re- 
ceives 
Poor helpless sinners still." 

3 All we, who now are his, were 
Deeply convinc'd of sin ; [first 
Each felt the plague of his own 
The leprosy within : [heart 
Then life and righteousness divine, 
Thro' faith, to us were giv'n; 
Thus we a happy people are, 
Joint-heirs with Christ of heav'n. 

4 Now dearest Lord, we inly pray, 
That in thy service we 

May active, true an d faithful prove, 
Deriving strength from thee : 
O may we still in thee abide, 
For babes We are most weak, 
Poor sinners still, who without 

thee 
Can nought think, act, or speak. 

5 We thirst, O Lord ! give us this 
To taste more of thy grace, [day 
More of that stream which from 

the rock 
Flow'd thro' the wilderness. 
'Tis grace alone that feeds our 
Grace keeps us inly poor ; [souls, 
And Oh! that nothing but thy 
May rule us evermore! [grace 

283.* T. 583. 

O WHAT a depth of love and 

boundless grace 
The gospel-light to sinful men 

displays, 
Wlien Christ himself to us doth 

manifest, 
And we in him find comfort, peace, 

and rest! 

2 When in the soul this blessed 

truth resounds, 
That in Christ's death, for sinner B 

life abounds i 



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Oh, how doth this refresh the 

fainting heart, 
And bid all anxious doubts and 

fears depart. 

3 For such poor sinners, who of 
nought can boast, 

Who think themselves irreparably 

lost, 
Who groan beneath sin's heavy 

galling load, 
The Lamb of God hath shed his 

precious blood. 

4 Virtue goes forth from him, he 
gives us grace 

With confidence his Father to 

address, 
And then we boldly may to all 

declare, 
That we, thro' faith in Christ, 

God's children are. 

284.* T. 16. 

1 ▼ HEX a sinner in affliction 
Mourneth on account of sin, 
Feels the Spirit's deep conviction, 
But no pow'r of faith within ; 

2 Wliile a flood of tears is gush- 
ing, 

" Where shall I find Jesus, where?" 
While the troubled soul is wisliing, 
" O that he my Saviour were!" 

3 In a moment stands before us 
Jesus with his pierced side; 
Now we find, that he's desirous 
Us from wrath to screen and hide. 

4 Thus, the soul at once obtaineth 
Pardon from the sinner's Friend; 
To true happiness attaineth, 
And to life which hath no end. 

285* T. 14. 

\V HAT joy or honor could we 
Polluted as we are, [have, 

If not the holy Lamb of God 
Our joy and honor were! 

2 Of nothing we have ever done 
To boast could we desire, 



When he to judge us shall appear, 
Whose eyes are. flames of fire. 

3 Xone is so holy, pure and just, 
So perfected in love, 

That his best plea, or self-defence, 
Of any weight could prove. 

4 Xor is there any other way 
Into the holy place, [sins, 
But Christ, who took away our 
His blood and righteousness. 

5 We know the righteousness 
complete 

Which he procur'd for all ; 

We know the kind reception giv'n 

To the poor prodigal. 

6 We know the Shepherd's love, 
who left 

The ninety-nine behind, 
Andthro'thedesart anxious went, 
The hundredth sheep to find. 

7 To him poor sinners may appeal 
With all then* misery; 

The angels joy to see them come, 
Christ calleth: " Come to me." 

286.* T. 14. 

HAPPY the souls who contrite 
Them Jesus doth invite, [are, 
And gives to everlasting bliss 
A never-failing right. 

2 Tho' comforted, they still dis- 
trust 

Then* own untoward heart; 
And wonder, that the Lord to 

them 
Such mercy could impart. 

3 To world and sin they bid adieu, 
His pardon daily prove, 
Desiring larger draughts to drink 
Of Jesus' dying" love. 

4 When thus the blessings of his 
And merits we enjoy, [blood 
Yea, from the fulness of his 

grace, 
Take daily fresh supply i 



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5 Then we with pity look on those 
Who still in darkness are, 
Inviting" them to turn to Christ, 
And in Iris mercy share. 

6 For we, thro' grace, are taught 
to think, 

Each sinner that we see 
May pardon, thro' Christ's pre- 
cious blood, 
Obtain, as well as we. 

7 For Jesus' pardon, love and 
grace, 

Produce an humble shame, 
And us excite with thankfulness 
His goodness to proclaim. 

2S7. T. 14. 

^V ITH glorious clouds encom- 

pass'd round, 
Whom angels dimly see, 
Will the Unsearchable be found, 
Will God appear to me ? 

2 Will he forsake his throne above, 
Himself to worms impart ? 
Answer thou Man of grief and 
And speak it to my heart ! [love, 

3 In manifested love explain 
Thy wonderful design ; [man ? 
What meant the suff'ring Son of 
The streaming blood divine ? 

4 Didst thou not in our flesh ap- 
And live and die below, [pear, 
That I might now perceive thee 
And my Redeemer know? [near, 

5 Come then, and to my soul re- 
veal 

The heights and depths of grace, 
The wounds, which all my sor- 
rows heal, 
That dear disfigur'd face. 

6 Before my eyes of faith, confest 
Stand forth a slaughter'd Lamb ; 
Array me in salvation's vest, 
Declare to me thy name. 

7 Jehovah in thy person show, 
Jehovah crucify'd : 



And then the pard'ning God I 

know, 
And feel his blood apply'd. 

8 I view the Lamb in his own 
Whom angels dimly see : [light, 
And gaze, transported at the sight, 
To all eternity. 

288. T. 90. 

CAN it be that I should gain 
An int'rest in the Saviour's blood? 
Dy'd he for me, who caus'd his 

pain? [God? 

For me, to make my peace with 
Amazing love! how can it be, 
That Jesus deign'd to die for me,? 

2 'Tis myst'ry all; my Maker 
dies! 

Who can explore his vast design ? 
In vain the highest seraph tries 
To sound the depths of love divine; 
When this became my only plea 
He freely pardon'd sinful me. 

3 He left his Father's throne above, 
So free, so infinite his grace! 
Compell'd by everlasting love, 
He bled for Adam's helpless race; 
'Tis mercy all, immense and free, 

1 know that Jesus saved me. 

4 Long my imprison'd spirit lay 
Fast bound in sin and nature's 

night; 
His eyes diffus'd a quick'ning ray, 
I 'woke, the dungeon flam'd with 

light, 
My chains fell off immediately, 
I rose, went forth, my heart was 

free. 

5 No condemnation now I dread, 
Jesus, and all in him, is mine: 
Alive in him my living Head, 
And cloth'd in righteousness di- 
vine, 

Now humbly I approach the 

throne, 
And claim the crown thro' Christ 

my own. 
2 



iiM 



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289. T\ 14. 

X N evil long I took delight, 
Unaw'd by shame or fear, 
Till a new object struck my sight, 
And stopp'd my wild career. 

2 I saw One hanging on a tree, 
In agonies and blood, 

Who fix'd his languid eyes on me, 
As near his cross I stood. 

3 Sure never till my latest breath 
Can I forget that look ; 

It seem'd to charge me with his 
Tho' not a word bespoke, [death, 

4 My conscience felt and own'd 
the guilt, 

And plung'd me in despair ; 

I saw my sins his blood had spilt, 

And help'd to nail him there. 

5 Alas ! I knew not what I did; 
But now my tears are vain; 
Where shall my trembling soul be 
For I the Lord have slain, [hid? 

6 A second look he gave, which 
" I freely all forgive; [said, 
This blood is for thy ransom paid, 

1 die, that thou may'st live." 

7 Thus, while his death my sin 
In all its blackest hue, [displays 
(Such is the mystery of grace) 
It seals my pardon too. 

8 AViih pleasing grief and mourn- 
My spirit now is fill'd, [ful joy 
That I should such a life destrov, 
Yet live by him I kill'd. 

290. T. 582. 

NOT all the blood of beasts 
On Jewish altars slain, 
Could give the guilty conscience 
Or wash away the stain, [peace, 

2 Christ, the true Paschal Lamb, 
Takes all our sins away ; 

A sacrifice of nobler name, 
And richer blood than they. 

3 My faith would lay the hand 
On that dear head of thine, 



While like a penitent I stand, 
And there confess my sin. 

4 Lord, I look back to see 
The burdens thou didst bear, 
When hanging on the shameful 

tree; 
And know my guilt was there. 

5 Believing we rejoice 
Our curse he did remove; 

We bless the Lamb with cheerful 

voice, 
And sing his bleeding love. 

291. T. 151. 

XX OW lost was my condition, 
Till Jesus made me whole! 
There is but one Physician 
Can cure a sin-sick soul ! 
Near unto death he found me, 
And snatch' d me from the grave; 
To tell to all around me 
His wond'rous pow'r to save. 

2 A dying, risen, Jesus, 
Seen by the eye of faith, 
At once from danger frees us. 
And saves the soul from death: 
Come then to this Physician, 
His help he'll freely give, 
He makes no hard condition, 
'Tis only — look and live. 

292. T. 96. 

\J THOU, who pardon canst 
impart, [feel; 

Thy pard'ning grace I wish to 
Give life unto my lifeless heart, 
And my diseases kindly heal: 
Hear, Jesus, hear my feeble moan, 
And me as thine in mercy own. 

2 Vain are all other helps beside, 
Such favors only from thee flow ; 
Other physicians have I try'd, 
Yet only worse and worse I grow: 
Give me by faith on thee to lean, 
And say unto me: " Be thou 
! clean." 



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293. T. 151. 

My Lord, how great the favor, 
That I, a sinner poor, 
Can, thro' thy blood's sweet savor, 
Approach thy mercy-door ! 
And find an open passage 
Unto the throne of grace, 
Then wait the welcome message 
That bids me go in peace. 

2 In my forlorn condition, 
Who else could give me aid ? 
Where could I meet compassion, 
But in the church's Head? 

In mercy, O receive me, 
Thou God, who hear est pray'r ! 
From ev'ry evil save me, 
Dispel each needless fear. 

3 I'll never cease repeating, 
My numberless complaints, 
But ever be intreating 

Thee, glorious King of saints, 
To form me in thine image, 
And fill my soul with love, 
Till I to thee my homage 
Pay with the saints above. 

294. T. 22. 

JL HE one thing needful, that 

good part, [heart, 

Which Mary chose with all her 

1 would pursue with heart and 

mind, 
And seek unweary'd till I find. 

2 Hidden in Christ the treasure 
lies, [price; 

That goodly pearl of so great 
No other way but Christ there is 
To endless happiness and bliss. 

3 But Oh, I'm blind and ignorant, 
Thy Holy Spirit, Lord, I want, 
To guide me in the narrow road 
That leads to happiness and God. 



4 My mind enlighten with thy 
light, 

That I may understand aright 
The glorious gospel-mystery, 
Which shows the way to heav'n 
and thee. 

5 O Jesus Christ, my Lord and 
God, [blood; 

AVlio hast redeem'd me by thy 
By faith unite my heart to thee, 
That we may never parted be. 



295.* T. 58. 

JL HEmore forgiveness thou dost 

deign t' afford, 
The more thou art belov'd, most 

gracious Lord! 
We are all great sinners, before 

thee, Saviour, 
O therefore grant to us the grace 
and favor 

To love thee much. 

2 How merciful art thou, O God 
of love! 

How doth each needy soul thy 
comforts prove! 

Who to thee can render due com- 
pensation? 

In heav'n and earth thy mercy 
and compassion 

Unequall'd are ! 

296. T. 14. 

THOU, Lord, must for thy 

sake forgive, 
It cannot be for mine; 
My pow'r, the pardon to receive, 
My faith, is all divine : 

2 A sinner on mere mercy cast, 
Thy mercy I embrace, 
And gladly own from first to last, 
That I am sav'd by grace. 



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297.* T. 582. 

IT NTO the Lamb of God, 
Who, to retrieve my loss, 
Became a man and dy'd for me 
Upon th' accursed cross ; 
Unto the Prince of Life, 
Who felt such racking* pain, 
While he the vengeance due to me 
Did willingly sustain : 

2 To him I wholly give 
Myself this day anew, 

As his reward so dearly gain'd, 
His spoil and purchase due; 
That with me he may do 
What's pleasing in his sight, 
And from me take whate'er him 

grieves, 
Whate'er he sees not right. 

3 How very weak I am, 
My Saviour well can see, 

And how exceeding short I fall, 
Of what I ought to be: 
Compassionate High-Priest, 
To thee I must appeal ; 
My numberless infirmities 

kindly haste to heal ! 

4 In thy most precious blood, 
Which from thy open'd veins, 
To heal my soul in plenty flow'd, 

1 pray wash out my stains ; 
It is thy daily care, 

Thy helpless sheep to feed; 
To purity their spotted souls, 
And gently them to lead. 

5 Redeemer of my soul! 
Whene'er thereon I think, 

How thy compassion, love and 

grace, 
From sin and hell's dark brink 
Have sav'd and rescu'd me; 
And how thy cleansing blood, 
Apply'dunto my heart by faith, 
Hath brought me nigh to God: 



6 I in the dust adore, 
Amaz'd at grace so free, 
Bestow'd on such a wretched 

worm, 
And ask, " How can it be, 
That sinners, base and vile, 
Should be so greatly iov'd, 
Who cost thee so much pain and 

grief, 
And so ungrateful prov'd?" 

7 Me thy all-seeing eye 
Hath kept with watchful care; 
Thy great compassion never fail'd, 
Thou heardst my needy pray'r; 
This makes me firmly trust 
That thou wilt guide me still, 
And guard me safe throughout 

the way 
That leads to Zion's Hill. 

8 Dear Saviour, I resign 
My worthless heart to thee; 
And, whether cheerful or dis- 

tress'd, 
Thine, thine alone I'll be : 
Mv only aim is this, 
(Omay lit fulfil!) 
Thee to exalt with all my strength, 
And do thy holy will. 

298.* T. 22. 

\J G OD of mercy, grace and love! 
Thy yearning bowels did thee 
move, [night 

To call me from death's gloomy 
Into thy own amazing light. 

2 I once was wholly dead in sin, 
Wholly corrupt and spoil'd with- 
in, [sway, 

The carnal mind still bore the 
And hurry'd me a slave away. 

3 It caus'd thee pain, O Son of 
God, 

To see the purchase of thy blood 

So deeply sunk in misc 

And 'twas thy aim to set me free 



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4 Thou drewest me with cords of 
love, [prove ; 

Till thou at last didst conqu'ror 
Till sin's strongpow'rthou hadst 

supprest, 
And till my weary soul had rest. 

5 Now, thro' thy wounds my soul 

hath found [ground; 

Peace, righteousness, and solid 
I've now obtained, thro' thy grace, 
Amongthy ransom'd flock a place. 

6 I thee adore, my gracious King, 
And joyful Hallelujahs sing, 
My eyes with grateful tears o'er- 

flow, 
For all themercies thou dost show. 

7 Faithful to thee I now engage 
To be throughout my pilgrimage; 
Accept my life and soul, my King, 
Pledg'd to thy service these I 

bring. 

8 Nature's reluctance over -rule, 
My fleshly tenderness control, 
O may 1 always have in view 
Not mine, but thy blest will to do. 

9 Thus by thy pow'r I here shall 
Prepared for eternity, [be 
Walk with my God, him serve 

and love, 
Till I shall live with him above. 

299.* T. 168. 

! AT last I've found my Sa- 
viour 

Who laid down his life for me; 
He (O undeserved favor !) 
Own'dme as his property: 
Conscious of my imperfection, 
I'll rely on his direction: 

1 will nothing know beside 
Jesus and him ci ucify'd. 

2 Others may seek satisfaction 
In this poor world's vanity ; 
Meanwhile shall my heart's affec- 
On my Saviour fixed be, [tion 
On his meritorious suff'ring 
And sin -expiating off'ring : 



To the world I bid adieu, 
Christ alone I have in view. 

3 Jesus cur'dmy soul's infection 
By his sufPrings, stripes and 

wounds : 
From his death and resurrection, 
Life and pow'r to me redounds ; 

1 by virtue of his merit 

Once shall heav'nlyjoys inherit, 
And ev'n here a foretaste have 
Of that world beyond the grave. 

4 Jesus yields me delectation; 
When I'm weak he strengthens 
Sweetens all my tribulation, [me, 
And supports me constantly : 
His atoning death and passion 
Are the cause of my salvation ; 
Therefore Christ shall ne'er de- 
part 

Frommy sight and from my heart. 

5 O! I'm lost in deepest wonder, 
To think he shall soon appear 
To receive me gladly yonder, 
And wipe off my ev'ry tear: 
Then my grateful songs and 

praises 
Shall resound in heav'nly places; 
Here by faith to him I'll cleave, 
Jesus will I never leave. 

300.* T. 22. 

Y\ E prav thee, wounded Lamb 

of God! 
Cleanse us in thy atoning blood ! 
Grant us by faith to view thy 

cross, 
Then life or death is gain to us. 

2 Take our poor hearts, and let 
them be 

For ever clos'd to all but thee! 
Seal thou our breasts, and let us 

wear 
That pledge of love for ever there. 

3 What are our works but sin and 
death, [breathe; 

Till thou thy qukk'ning Spirit 



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Until we strength from thee de- 
rive, 
And in communion with thee live. 

4 Ah, Lord! enlarge our scanty 
thought, [wrought ; 

To know the wonders thou hast 
Unloose our stamm'ring tongues 

to tell 
Thy love immense, unsearchable. 

5 First-born of many brethren 
thou! [must bow; 

To thee both earth and heav'n 
Help us to thee our all to give, 
Thine may we die, thine may we 
live ! 

301. T. 580. 

DlDST thou, Lord Jesus, me 

incline, 
When I was lost and dead in sin, 
To hear thy quick'ning voice? 
Have I obtained in thy blood 
Redemption, and found peace with 

God: 
And do I in thy name rejoice ? 

2 O yes, I feel I am forgiv'n, 
A foretaste I enjoy of heav'n 
Thy Spirit witness bears; 

By faith thy righteousness is mine, 
I'm well-assur'd that I am thine, 
My soul no condemnation fears. 

3 Yet 'fore thee, Jesus, I must 
own, 

I have not this salvation known 

By tracing legal ways ; 

Xo! 'twas thy pow'r rais'd me 

from sin, 
Thou didst the saving work begin; 
Thine be the glory, thine the 

praise. 

4 May I be faithful to thy call, 
Surrender unto thee my all, 
Myself to thee resign ; 

When dangers threaten me a- 

round, 
Invincible may I be found, 
And never from thy will decline. 



5 Me with thy gladd'ning oil 
anoint; [point 

The destin'd path thou dost ap- 
Gladly I then shall tread; 
Bedew me with a genial show'r, 
Into my heart thy influence pour, 
And me with heav'nly manna feed. 

302.* T. 106. 

GOD! whose love (immense 
in height, [knows ; 

In depth unfathom'd) no man 
Grant unto me thy saving light, 
Inly I sigh for thy repose: 
My heart is pain'd, nor can it be 
At rest, till it finds rest in thee, p 

2 Thy gracious call invites me 
still, 

How light thy burden is to prove; 
Yet I'm unsteady ; tho' my will 
Be fix'd, yet wide my passions 
rove ; [way, 

Great hindrances obstruct the 
I aim at thee, yet from thee stray. 

3 Mere mercy 'tis, that thou hast 
brought 

My soul to seek its peace in thee; 
Yet while I seek, but find thee not, 
At rest my wand'ring mind can't 
be; [end, 

Oh, when shall all my wand'rings 
And all my wishes to thee tend! 

4 Is there a thing beneath the sun, 
That strives with thee my heart 

to share? 
Ah ! tear it thence, and be alone 
The spring of ev'ry motion there : 
Then shall my heart from earth 

be free, 
When it hath found repose in thee. 

303.* T. 106. 

1 AKE, Lord, all self from me, 
that I [live ! 

Xo more, but Christ in me may 

My vile affections crucify, 

Let not one darling lust survive : 



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O may my heart to thee aspire, 
And nought pn earth but thee de- 
sire. 

2 Dear Lord, thy sov'reign aid 
impart, [care; 

To save me from low-thoughted 
O banish self-will from my heart, 
From all its latent mazes there; 
And grant, that I may never move 
From the blest footsteps of thy 
love. 

o Each moment draw from earth 
away [call : 

My heart, that humbly waits thy 
Speak to mv inmost soul and sav, 
" I am thy life, thy God, thy all !" 
Thy love to taste, thy voice to 
hear, [pray'r. 

Thy pow'r to prove, is all my 

304. T. 90. 

JESUS, thy light again I view, 
Again thy loving-kindness prove, 
And all within me pants anew 
T' enjoy thy all reviving 1 love : 
Again my thoughts to thee aspire, 
Unto thy name is my desire. 

2 ButO! what off'ring shall I 
give [skies ? 

To thee, the Lord of earth and 
My soul and body now receive 
A holy, living sacrifice; 
'Tis all I have to offer thee ; 
O take me as thy property. 

3 O may I never from thee stray, 
Or be again subdu'd by sin ; 
Guide me, my life, my truth, my 

way, [clean, 

Thy blood preserve my garment 
O let thy blood and righteousness 
My beauty be, my glorious dress. 

4 Send down thy likeness from 
above, 

Thine image, Lord, on me impress; 
Fill me with wisdom, patience, 

love, 
With purity and lowliness : 



These precious gifts onme bestow, 
That I may in thy knowledge 
grow. 

5 O Lord, be thou my shield and 

light, [name; 

Since I am call'd by thy great 

In thee my wand'ring thoughts 

unite, 
Of all my works be thou the aim; 
Thy grace attend me all my days, 
My sole employment be thy praise! 

305.* T. 376. 

ixIVE me thy heart, my son," 

thus saith the Lord, 
u Give me thy heart, and listen 

to my word; 
Observe my ways, 
Walk in the path of grace; 
In foll'wing my direction 
I'll grant thee my protection." 

2 'Tis only this which Christ of 

us desires; 
He to promote our welfare this re- 
How blest are they [quires ; 
Who Jesus' voice obey, 
And give their hearts for ever 
To him our God and Saviour! 

306.* T f 376. 

O TAKE my heart, and what- 

soe'er is mine, 
Beloved Jesus, Fll be onlv thine; 
To thee I'll live, 
And soul and body give; 
My words and whole behaviour 
Be rul'd by thee for ever. 

2 But give thyself, my Jesus, un- 
to me, [tinually : 
And dwell within my heart con- 
O Lord, remain 

My joy, 'midst grief and pain; 
From thee, my soul's beloved, 
May I ne'er be removed! 

307. T. 14. 

-Li ORD, takemy heart just as it is, 
Set up therein thy throne; 



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Of the Surrender of the Heart to Jesus. 



So shall I love thee above all, 
And live to thee alone. 

2 I thank thee, that in mercy thou 
Hast waken' d me from death, 
Arous'dme out of sin's deep sleep, 
And call'd to walk in faith. 

3 Complete thy work, and crown 
thy grace, 

That I may faithful prove, 
Andlistento that small still voice, 
Which whispers only love. 

4 Which teacheth me what is thy 
And tells me what to do ; [will, 
Which fills my heart with shame, 

when I 
Do not thy will pursue. 

5 This unction may 1 ever feel, 
This teaching' of my Lord, 
And learn obedience to thy voice, 
Thy soft reviving 1 word. 

308. T. 74. 

LORD, in me fulfil 
Whatever is thy will; 
To thee I now resign 
Myself, and all that's mine ; 
Thine, only thine I'll be 
And live alone to thee. 

2 Each day unto my heart 
New life and grace impart; 
For without fresh supply 

1 languish, droop and die; 
Continually I've need 

By faith on thee to feed. 

309.* T. 155. 
T * 

La ORD, thou mad'sttheuniverse, 
I, though dust, am yet thy crea- 
Spoil'd by nature, [ture, 

Yet desire to cleave to thee ; 
Make thou me, 
Like the clay thine hand can 

fashion, 
To a vessel of salvation, 
Fitted for eternity. 

2 I resign myself to thee, 

With me do whate'er thee pleases, 



Gracious Jesus; 

May I have to thee always 

Free access : 

Thus in faith and loveproceeding, 

1 on heav'nly joys am feeding, 
Till in thee I end my race. 

3 Banish from me what's not 

right, 
In thy blood, O cleanse me wholly, 
Make me lowly; 
From whate'er dipleaseth thee, 
Set me free ; 

And preserve my soul and senses 
From all hurtful influences : 
Only thine I wish to be. 

310.* T. 11. 

vxRANT, most gracious Lamb 
of God, [blood, 

Who hast bought me with thy 
That my soul and body be 
Quite devoted unto thee. 

2 Jesus, hear my fervent cry ! 
My whole nature sanctify; 
Root out all that is unclean, 
Tlio' it cause me pungent pain. 

3 Gracious Lord! I wish alone 
Thine to be, yea, quite thine own, 
And to all eternity, 

To remain thy property. 

311.* T. 184. 

JjEARLord, consume, yea, dash 

to shatters 
All that, which is not right in me; 
While the world holds me by its 

fetters, 
Or silken cords, I cannot be 
Partaker of thy full salvation; 
For thou requirest such a heart, 
As can without equivocation 
For thee, O Lord, with all things 

part. 

312.* T. 15. 

Searcher of hearts, thou 

know'st, thy love 
My heart hath captivated; 



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My soul is closely to thee join'd, 
Ne'er to be separated. 

2 All thou demandestl give up, 
Lord, without hesitation ; 
Rat never, never will I leave 
Thee and thy congregation. 

313. T. 184. 

O MIGHT we all, Lord God 

our Saviour, 
Thy condescending mercy prize, 
T* accept of us (O boundless fa- 
As of a holy sacrifice; [vor!) 



Of us, tho' sinful, poor and needy: 
Grant that we freely unto thee 
May offer up both soul and body, 
To love and serve thee faithfully. 

314. T. 590. 

PRESENT your bodies to the 
A living sacrifice, [Lord, 

A holy off'ring unto him, 
And pleasing in his eyes : 
This is a service which ye owe, 
And reasonably due; 
For ye are not your own, ye know, 
But Christ hath purchas'd you. 



XVIII. Of Communion with Christ. 



310.* T. 132. 

J ESUS, thou art my heart's de- 
light, 
My joy and my salvation ; 
Thy presence yields me, day and 
Abundant consolation; [night, 
Thee I desire to love and praise, 
Since thy great love and bound- 
less grace 
Are ev'ry thing unto me. 

2 Thou art the Way, thy Spirit is 
As my Conductor given ; 

In foll'wing thee I cannot miss 
The path to life and heaven; 
Thy word be my unerring guide; 
Preserve me lest I turn aside, 
Or stray from thee, my Saviour. 

3 Thou art the Truth, in thee 
I've found 

All that which is essential; 
Without thee, all is empty sound, 
In thee is strength substantial: 
O Truth ! set me at liberty, 
That I depend on none but thee, 
By whom I can be healed. 

4 Thou art my Life, thy pow'r 
divine 

Shall influence ev'ry motion ; 
O may thy Spirit me incline 



K 



To true unfeign'd devotion : 
Thus I eternal life shall gain, 
And, till my latest breath, remain 
A member of thy body. 

5 Lord Jesus, thou my Shepherd 
art, 

Who dy'dstfor my transgression; 
When lost, I caus'd thee pungent 

smart, 
When found, joy past expression: 
Ah ! best of Shepherds, ever keep 
With in thy f 61 d thy helples s s heep , 
Protect it from all danger. 

6 Thou art my faithful Friend in 
need, 

My flesh and bone, my Brother; 
Thy faithfulness and love exceed 
That of the fondest mother : 
Thou art my Healer when I'm sick, 
My Cordial, strengthening me 

when weak, 
My Refuge in all trouble. 

7 O Lord, how very short I fall, 
When on thy praise I enter ! 
Thou art, indeed, my All in all, 
In thee my wishes centre: 
Whate'er I want, thou art to me; 
O let my heart incessantly 
Be by thy love inspired. 



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Of Communion with Christ. 



316.* T. 58. 

W HAT peace divine, what per- 
fect happiness 

Our Saviour's presence to our 
hearts conveys ! 

Unto us poor sinners, thereby is 
given 

A blessed antepast of bliss in 
heaven, And lasting* joy. 

2 Altho', dear Jesus, we can't 

see thy face, 
We richly may enjoy thy love and 

grace, 
Since thou hast pronounced those 

souls thrice blessed, 
Who, tho' they do not see thee, 

are possessed Of faith in thee. 



3 Were we but all desirous, day 
and night 

Thee to enjoy, O what supreme 

delight 
Would both soul and body taste 

in thy favor ! 
We then with all our heart could 

say, " Dear Saviour, 

Who is like thee!" 

4 Long-sufF'ring, merciful and 
kind to be, 

Forgiving daily and abundantly, 
To heal, cheer, and comfort, and 

show'r thy blessing 
On us, with looks thy tender 

love expressing, 

Is thy delight. 

5 Gracious Redeemer, grant to 
us while here [share, 

Of thy salvation constantly to 
May our souls and senses, with- 
out cessation, 
Prompted by love and need, for 
consolation Unto thee look. 

6 Thus in communion may we 
live with thee, [wc see ; 

Happy like children, till thy face 
Tho', while here we tarry, w r e're 

often grieved, 
May we apply to thee and be re- 
lieved In all distress. 



317.* T. 228. 

XX OW bright appears the Morn* 

ing-star, 
With grace and truth beyond com- 
The royal root of Jesse; [pare! 
O David's Son, of Jacob's line, 
My soul's belov'd, and King be- 
nign, 
Thou cam'st from heav'n to bless 
Precious, — gracious, [me, 

Ever glorious, — and victorious, 
Is my Saviour, 
Nought but he can please me ever. 

2 From him descends a beam of 

joy, 

When he, with a complacent eye, 

Beholds his needy creature: 

Immanuel ! my sov'reign good, 

Thy word, thy Spirit, flesh and 

Renew my very nature. [blood 

Grant me, — richly, 

Thro' thy merit — to inherit 

Thy salvation ; 

Hear my ardent supplication. 

3 The Father from eternity 
In mercy was inclin'd to me, 
Thro' thee, his W^ell-beloved: 
I, as a member of thy bride, 
In thee, my Jesus, can confide, 
Thy love remains unmoved. 
Oh! I — have joy, 

That in heaven,— with thanksgiv- 
Thee, my Saviour, [ing, 

I shall love and praise for ever. 

4 Tune all your notes to songs of 
praise, 

If you can earthly music raise, 

To join celestial concerts; 

Be Jesus your delightful theme; 

In him, and in his saving name, 

Are center'd all our comforts ; 

Joyful, — awful, 

Be the phrases — of our praises, 

'Tis our duty, 

'Fore the Lord of bliss and beauty. 

5 Before the world I make my 
boast, [trust, 

That he, in whom I place my 



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Is Lord of light and glory: 

At lasthe'llbringmeto that place, 

Where wonders of redeeming 

grace 
Shall lie disclos'd before me; 
Amen ! — Be then 
Praise and blessing, — never ceas- 
To him given, [ing, 

Here, and by the hosts of heaven ! 

318.* T. 185. 

JL HE unbounded love of my 

Creator 
Heart-felt gratitude doth claim ; 
Why did Christ appear in human 

nature P 
'Twas for me he man became ; 
While the whole world's Saviour 

I confess him, 
As my own Redeemer oft I trace 
And his merits I apply [him, 
To myself especially. 

2 When with him, my Lord, in 
closest union, 

I can all things else forget; 

In his fellowship and blest com- 
munion, 

I heav'n's bliss anticipate; 

By his presence he dispels all 
sadness; 

Filling my poor soul with joy and 
gladness; 

Tho' I often am to blame, 

Yet his love is still the same. 

3 When my mind pursues this 
meditation, 

That the all-creating Word 
Hath by his humanity and passion, 
To God's image man restor'd; 
I regard my body as Christ's tem- 
ple, 
'Tis my aim to follow his example, 
And my vessel, thro' his grace, 
In due honor to possess. 

319.* T. 68. 

JljLISS beyond compare, 
Which in Christ I share! 



He's my only joy and treasure; 
Tasteless is all worldly pleasure ; 
When in Christ I share 
Bliss beyond compare. 

2 Jesus is my joy, 
Therefore blest am I. 

| O ! his mercy is unbounded, 
All my hope on him is grounded ; 
Jesus is my joy, 
Therefore blest am I. 

3 When the Lord appears, 
This my spirit cheers ; 
When, his love to me revealing, 
He, the Sun of grace, with healing 
In his beams appears, 

This my spirit cheers. 

4 Then all grief is drown'd ; 
Pure delight is found, 

Joy and peace in his salvation, 
Heav'nly bliss and consolation. 
Ev'ry grief is drown'd 
Where such bliss is found. 

320.* T. 4. 

JL ORD Jesus, my pray'r 

Is, while I am here, 

In union to be [rably, 

With thee and thy people insepa- 

2 Concern 'd for more grace 
And true happiness ; 
Intent evermore, 

'Fore thee to be contrite, and 
lowly, and poor. 

3 O were my whole mind 
And spirit inclin'd 

To show forth thy praise, 
To serve thee with gladness, and 
walk in thy ways. 

4 If question'd by thee : 
"Say, lovest thou me ?" 
I own I shall prove 
Deficient,0 Lord, yet thou know'st 

that I love. 

5 John's poition so blest 
To lean on thy breast, 

Be mine, till with thee, [shall be. 
When time is no more, I for ever 



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Of Communion with Christ. 



321.* T. 159. 

1 IS the most blest and needful 

part 
To have in Christ a share, 
And to commit our way and heart 
Unto his faithful care; 
This done, our steps are safe and 

sure, [pure, 

Our hearts' desires are render'd 
And nought can pluck us from 

his hand, 
Which leads us to the end. 

2 Nought in this world affords 
true rest, 

But Christ's atoning blood, 
This purines the guilty breast, 
And reconciles to God: 
Hence flows unfeigned love to him, 
Who came lost sinners to redeem, 
And Christ our Saviour doth ap- 
Daily to us more dear. [pear 

3 My only joy and comfort here 
Is Jesus' death and blood ; 

I with this passport can appeal* 
Before the throne of God : 
Admitted to the realms of bliss, 

1 then shall see him as he is, 
Where countless pardon'd sinners 
Adoring at his feet. [meet, 

322.* T. 14. 

A HY child so minded ever keep, 
Let me know nought beside 
Thee, who wast slain me to re- 
Thee, Jesus crucify'd. [deem, 

2 May I to thee in all my wants 
Child-like yet closer fly, [course, 
Directing still throughout my 
By faith to thee mine eye. 

3 Tho' 'tis but little I can do, 
Yet I would willingly, 

Jesus, do that which yields thee 
This is enough for me. [joy, 

323.* T. 206. 

THOU slaughter'd Lamb, :|: 
Whose love the sane — doth still 
Tho' oft severely try'd i [abide, 



1 am no longer mine, :|j — But 
thine, 

Bought with a price ; — As sacri- 
Accept the whole [fice 

Of spirit, body, soul. :||: 

2 My King benign! :|: — I'd fain 
be thine ; 

Not any thing, — No smallest 

hankering, 
Cause me while here I stay, 
My dearest Lord, from thee :|: — 

To stray; 
No, may each breath — Exalt thy 
And sing thy praise [death, 

For thy unbounded grace. ;|s 

324.* T. 36. 

O LET thy countenance, most 

loving Saviour, 
Shine on me day and night, and 

let me ever 
Have of thy presence, and thy 

gracious dealing 

A tender feeling. 
2 That soul and body on thy 

merit feeding 
May daily be from grace to grace 

proceeding, 
With thee at peace, in tend'rest 

love's communion, 

And perfect uuaun. 

325. T. 14. 

J ESUS, my Saviour, full of graces 
Be thou my heart's delight, 
Remain my fav'rite theme always, 
My joy by day and night. 

2 Hungry and thirsty after thee, 
Ma)* 1 be found each hour; 
Humble in heart, and constantly 
Supported by thy pow'r. 

3 May thy blest Spirit to my heart, 
Throughout my future race, 
True faith and constancy impart 
To live unto thy praise. 

4 The myst'ry of redeeming love 
Be evei dear to me : 

Till I shall once in heav'n above 
For ever dwell with thee. 



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326. T. 14. 

O DEAREST Lord, take thou 

my heart! 
Where can such sweetness be, 
As I have tasted in thy love, 
As I have found in thee ! 

2 If there's a fervor in my soul, 
And fervor sure there is, 
It shall be quite at thy control, 
To serve thee only rise. 

3 'Tis vain in earthly things for 
bliss 

To seek, none can be found, 
Till Jesus Christ our object is; 
In him true joys abound. 

4 'Tis heav'n on earth to taste 
his love, 

To feel his quick'ning grace; 
And all the bliss I seek above, 
Is to behold his face. 

327. T. 14. 

X IS heav'n on earth by faith 

to see 
Thy face, most gracious Lord! 
The noblest, most substantial j oys 
T' ' cheering smiles afford. 

2' Thou say'st, dear Jesus, all thy 
Who love thy face to see, [saints, 
Shall have, while in this vale of 
Kind visits oft from thee, [tears, 

3 O let my soul with theeconverse, 

Who art my chief delight; 

For the whole world can't ease 

my heart, 
If banish' d from thy sight. 

\ 328. T. 580. 

O JESUS, everlasting God, 
Who hast for sinners shed thy 
Upon mount Calvary, [blood 
And finish'd there redemption's 

toil; 
Thus I became thy happy spoil : 
All praise and glory be to thee ! 

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2 Fain would I think upon thy 
pain, [gain, 

Would find therein my life and 
And firmly fix my heart 
Upon thy wounds and dying love; 
Nor ever more from thee remove, 
Till from this world I shall de- 
part. 

3 The more thro' grace myself I 
know, 

The more inclin'd I am to bow 
In faith beneath thy cross, 
To trust in thy atoning blood, 
And look to thee for ev'ry good, 
Yea, count all earthly gain but 
loss. 

329. T. 90. 

JL HOU hidden Source of calm 

repose! 
Thou all-sufficient love divine! 
My help and refuge from my foes, 
Secure I am, for thou art mine : 
Thou art my fortress, strength, 

and tow'r, 
My trust and portion evermore, 

2 Jesus, my All in all thou art, 
My rest in toil, my ease in pain, 
The balm to heal my broken 

heart, 
In storms my peace, in loss my 

gain; 
My j oy beneath the tyrant's frown, 
In shame my glory and my crown. 

3 In want, my plentiful supply ; 
In weakness, my almighty pow'r; 
In bonds, my perfect liberty; 
My refuge in temptation's hour ; 
My comfort 'midst all grief and 

thrall, 
My Life in death, my All in all. 

330. T. 580. 

O THAT we could for ever sit 
With Mary, at our Saviour's feet. 
Be this our happy choice ! 
Our only care, delight and bliss, 
2 



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Of Communion with Christ. 



Our joy, our heav'n on earth be 
this, 

To hear the Bridegroom's cheer- 
ing" voice. 

2 O may his love our hearts in- 
spire, [sire, 
Nought else on earth may we de- 
Nought else in heav'n above; 
Let earth and all its trifles go, 
Give us, O Lord! thy grace to 

know, 
Give us to feel thy precious love. 

331. T. 22. 

X IS thro' the grace thou dost 
bestow, [know; 

O Lord, that I thy goodness 

Grant that I in humility 

For evermore may cleave to thee. 

2 The privilege to be with Christ 
In union, can't enough be priz'd; 
Since I'm the purchase of his 

blood, 
Grant me this privilege, O God! 

332. T. 146. 

O WHAT is Christ to me! 
AVho hath for my diseases 
Found out a remedy, 
And ev'ry grief appeases ; 
My ever faithful Friend, 
My Confident most true, 
On whom I can depend, 
In joy and sorrow too. 

333.* T. 79. 

\j AN any contemplation 
E'er vie with that sensation, 
O Christ, that we're thine own ! 
That our names on the pages 
Are written, where the wages 
For thy soul's travail are put 
down ! 

334.* T.230. 

X3E our comfort which ne'er 

faileth, 
When any trial us assaileth, 



Or when we're needlessly distr est; 
; Jesus, show on each occasion 
! That thou our strength art, and 

salvation, 
Our shield, our hiding-place and 
rest: 

may we constantly 

■ Look up by faith to thee, 
I Who redeem'd us, 
I And daily prove 

That thou art love, 

Till we shall be with thee above. 

335.* T. 244. 

1 HO ? we can't see our Saviour 
With these our mortal eyes, 
Our faith, which tastes his favor, 
The want of sight supplies : 
Our hearts can feel him near, 
So that to us 'tis clear, 
His presence is as certain 
As if we saw him here. 

336.* T. 185. 

BETHANY, O peaceful habita- 
tion, 

Blessed mansion, lov'd abode! 

There my Lord had oft his rest- 
ing station, 

Converse held in friendly mood ; 

Witt that bliss which Mary high- 
ly savor'd ; 

1 could wish this day still to be 

favor'd; 
But thy presence makes to me 
Ev'ry place a Bethany. 

337. T. 586. 

WHEN Christ our Saviour lives 

and dwell eth 
In us, O what consummate ^iss ! 
Tliis from our hearts all gloom 

dispelleth, 
Our life of heav'n a foretaste is. 
Lord Jesus, hear our supplication! 
Let all of us in ev'ry station, 
Be truly join'd to thee, 
Until eternally 
Thy face we see. 



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XIX. Of the Happiness of Children of God. 
338.* T. 114. 



JESUS, my King, thy kind and 

gracious sceptre [me: 

Assuageth ev'ry grief that burdens 
When I, with all my heart, apply 

to thee, 
Then thy peace-giving Spirit's 

my Preceptor ; 
Thy gracious looks so warm and 

melt my heart, 
That fear and restlessness must 

soon depart. 

2 The gifts of Christ are so in- 
estimable, 

That all the world nought equal 
can afford; 

What are the treasures which the 
worldlings hoard? 

To comfort weary souls they are 
not able, 

But Jesus can, and doth abun- 
dantly; 

All earthly joys w 7 ill fail, but 
never he. 

3 How 7 highly blest, how happy 
is the spirit, 

Which, weary of self-working, 
inly mourns, 

And unto him for aid and succor 
turns ! 

The humble ev'ry good from him 
inherit, 

He to the troubled soul imparteth 
ease, 

Restoring to the wounded con- 
science peace. 

4 That, which the law could have 
imparted never, 

Is then produc'd alone by Jesus' 
grace; 

This is the source of genuine ho- 
liness, 

This changes and reforms our 
whole behaviour ; 



From strength to strength, from 

grace to grace led on, 
We safe proceed, until our race 

is run. 

5 O may I look to Christ with- 
out cessation ! 

Come visit me, thou Day-spring 

from on high, 
That in thy light the light I may 

espy, 
On grace depending as my sole 

foundation ; 
Confirm my faith, grant that no 

fault in me 
May intercept the light that beams 

from thee. 

6 Thou Source of love, I rest in 
thy embraces, 

Thou art alone my everlasting 

Peace ! 
My only treasure is thy boundless 

grace; 
'Tis heav'n on earth to live upon 

thy mercies ; 
And since in thee all happiness 

I find, 

1 seek nought else to satisfy my 

mind. 

339.* T. 115. 

JtA OW great the bliss to be a 
sheep of Jesus! 

And to be guided by his Shep- 
herd-staff; 

Earth's greatest honors are, how- 
e'er they please us, 

To this compar'd, but vain and 
empty chaff: 

Yea, what this world can never 
give, 

May, thro' the Shepherd's grace, 
each needy sheep receive. 

2 Here is a pasture rich and nev- 
er-failing, [flow; 

Here living waters in abundance 



116 Of the Happiness of Children of God. 

None can conceive the grace with 
them prevailing", 

Who Jesus' Shepherd- voice obey 
and know; 

He banisheth all fear and strife, 

And leads them gently on to ev- 
erlasting life. 



3 Whoe'er would spend his days 
in lasting pleasure, 

Must come to Christ, and join 
his flock with speed; 

Here is a feast prepar'd, rich be- 
yond measure, 

The world meanwhile on empty 
husks must feed : 

Those sheep may share in ev'ry 
good, 

Whose Shepherd doth possess the 
treasuries of God. 

340.* T. 164. 

\J DAYS of solid happiness, 

O antepast of heaven! 

When, in th' accepted time of 

grace, 
We know our sins forgiven, 
Cleans'd in the precious flood 
Of Christ's atoning blood, 
Enjoying in our hearts by faith 
The blessings purchas'd by his 

death. 

2 The peace of God then fills the 
soul, 

And heals the wounded spirit; 
The broken heart is then made 

whole, 
By virtue of his merit; 
Yea, his sweet looks of grace 
Convey such happiness, 
That we, in his redeeming love, 
Anticipate the bliss above. 

3 But why do tears, grief and 
distress 

Sometimes allay our gladness, 
And tho' we've tasted pard'ning 

grace, 
Still often cause us sadness ? 
Because we can't forget 
Our former wretched state, 



Andthat the grace on us bestow'd 
Cost Jesus ev'ry drop of blood. 

4 When thus we contemplate the 
cost, 

It fills us with amazement, 

We take it prostrate in the dust, 

With joy, yet deep abasement; 

For all that we possess 

Is undeserved grace, 

By torments on the cross procur'd, 

When he for rebels death en dur'd. 

5 How pleasant is our lot, yea, 
good 

And great beyond expression ! 
For, having cleans'd us by his 

blood, 
He bears us with compassion, 
Applies his healing pow'r 
To us each day and hour, 
Yea, we in Him redemption have 
In death itself and in the grave. 

6 And this at last our theme 
shall be, 3 

When call'd to see our Saviour, 
We join the glorious company, 
Around his throne for ever; 
Then we in highest strain 
Shall praise the Lamb once slain, 
Who hath redeem'd us by his 

blood, 
And made us kings and priests 

to God. 

341.* T. 218. 

JA OW blest am I, most gracious 

Saviour, 
When filled with thy sacred love! 
With grief oppress'd, I seek thy 

favor, 
And thy reviving bounty prove : 
The dismal clouds of night must 

vanish, [plenish, 

When joys divine my heart re- 
While I recline upon thy breast : 
All, then I find on earth my 

heaven ; [given, 

Such comforts to all those are 
Who seek in thee their peace and 

rest. 



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2 If my sin's burden would op- 
press me, 

Or legal thunders me affright, 
Or fear of death and hell distress 

me, 
By faith to thee I take my flight : 
In thee I always find protection 
'Gainst Satan's darts and sin's in- 
fection, [place; 
Thou art my Shield and Hiding- 
Tho' foes should join in combi- 
nation, [Salvation, 
Who shall condemn ? Lord my 
My confidence is in thy grace. 

3 If thou thro' thorny paths wilt 
lead me, 

I'll simply trust in thee, O Lord! 
The clouds at thy command must 

feed me, [ford : 

And rocks must drink to me af- 
In thy kind leadings acquiescing, 
I'm sure to meet with nought but 

blessing; 
If I have thee, it doth suffice : 
I know that souls to bliss created, 
Who shall to glory be translated, 
Must humbled be before they rise. 

4 Friend of my soul ! O how con- 
tented 

Am I, when leaning upon thee! 
By sin I am no more tormented, 
Since thou dost aid and comfort 
me. 

may the heart -reviving feeling 

1 have of thy most gracious deal- 

ing, 
A foretaste yield of joys above. 
I scorn, vain world, thy adulation, 
For Jesus is my delectation, 
And Fm an object of his love. 

342.* T. 582. 

JeSUS, thou art reveal'd 
To my poor heart, by faith, 
And hast to me made manifest 
Thy wounds, thy blood and death. 
Thy name and cross alone 
To me can comfort yield, 
Since I thereby, as thy reward, 
To God am reconcil'd. 



2 My soul, tho' deeply bow'd, 
Is cheered by thy grace, 

Xow 1 no more need toil and strive 
In search of happiness ; 
But am assur'd that thou 
Hast all my sins forgiv'n, 
And by thy painful death for me 
Procured life and heav'n. 

3 Thou who didst love me first, 
Teach me to trust in thee 
Unshaken, till I thee above 
Shall praise eternally : 

Ev'n here thou art my song-, 
Thy grace doth richly claim 
That thy church militant on earth 
Give glory to thy name. 

4 Unfeigned thanks receive, 
For thy unbounded grace, 
From us, who in thy name believe, 
And wish to walk thy ways j 
And who are bound to thee, 
Because thou us hast gain'd, 
And for us, by thy precious blood, 
Eternal bliss obtain'd. 

5 The merits of thy death 
Each day to us apply, 

And grant, that to the throne of 

grace 
We boldly may draw nigh ; 
That we may mercy find, 
And help in time of need ; 
Thus shall we, by thy Spirit led, 
From grace to grace proceed. 

6 Thy cross and saving name 
We freely will confess, 

Thy gospel we will spread on 

earth, 
And sound thy matchless praise; 
To all mankind point out 
Thee, our incarnate God, 
Who hast redeem'd us from the 
By thy atoning blood. [fall 

343.* T. 11. 

XjLEST are they, supremely 

blest, 
Who, of Jesus' grace possest, 
Cleave to him by living faith, 
Till they shall resign their breath,. 



Of the Happiness of Children of God. 

345. T. 590. 

J ESUS, whose hands oncepierc'd 

with nails 
Were stretch' d upon the wood, 
Out of whose wounds in plenteous 

streams 
Flow'd the atoning blood: 
How safely rests a weary child 
Who keeps thee, Lord, in view; 
Let unbelief say what it will, 
This is for ever true. 



118 

2 One with Christ their Head they 
share 

Happiness beyond compare ; 
Since on him their hopes they 

build, 
He is their Reward and Shield. 

3 Tho' all earthly joys be fled, 
If in him they trust indeed, 
He will be their constant Friend, 
And protect them to the end. 



4 If to Jesus they appeal, 
When their faith and courage fail, 
He assures them of his love, 
Doth their Strength in weakness 

prove. 

5 They who simply to him cleave, 
From his fulness grace receive; 
And throughout their mortal 

days, 
Their employment is his praise. 

6 Jesus wipes away their tears, 
And alleviates all their cares ; 
They in truth, with heart and 

voice, 
Evermore in Christ rejoice. 

344.* T. 166. 

W ITH grateful hearts we all 

declare, 
That in Christ's congregation 
We may substantial blessings 

share, 
Since he is our Salvation; 
And he requires of us, that we 
Deeply abas'd before him, 
Stir up each other heartily 
To love, and to adore him. 

2 The grace is great, unspeakable, 
The privilege unbounded, 
That we, altho' deserving hell, 
By sin most deeply wounded, 
Are by the virtue of Christ's death 
From sin's pollution cleared, 
And, cleaving unto him by faith, 
Are one with him declared ! 






2 The more the Lamb of God we 
view, 

The more we walk in light; 
His gracious presence doth dispel 
Sin's dark and dismal night: 
The cheering beams winch Christ 

the Sun 
Of righteousness displays, 
Enkindle many a lifeless heart, 
And love unfeigned raise. 

3 Is there a thing that moves and 
A heart as hard as stone, [breaks 
That warms a heart as cold as ice? 
'Tis Jesus' blood alone : 

This precious balm can truly cheer 
And heal the wounded soul ; 
What multitudes of broken hearts 
This stream of life makes whole! 

4 Hark, O my soul, what sing the 
choirs 

Around the glorious throne? 

Hark! " the Lamb slain" for ev- 
ermore 

Sounds in the sweetest tone; 

The elders there cast down their 
crowns, 

And all, in endless day, [blood, 

Sing praise to him who shed his 

And wash'd their guilt away. 

5 This, while on earth, we will 
Cheerful in our degree, [declare 
That thro' the blood of God's 

dear Lamb 
Each soul may happy be. 
But thou, O Lord! makeev'ry day 
Thy grace to us more sweet, 
Till we behold thy pierced side, 
And worship at thy feet. 



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'Tis grace hath brought me safe 

thus far, 
And grace will lead me home. 

4 The Lord hath promis'd good 
to me, 

His word my hope secures ; 

He will my Shield and Portion be 

As long as life endures. 

5 Yes, when this flesh and heart 
shall fail, 

And mortal life shall cease, 

1 shall possess, within the vail, 
A life of joy and peace. 

348. T. 22. 

My Saviour left his throne, and 

came 
From guilt lost sinners to redeem, 
That they might have their sins 

forgiv'n, [heav'n. 

And find in him their peace and 

2 Daily may I from thee receive 
That peace the world can never 

give, 
Since Jesus on the cross's tree 
By death procur'd that peace for 

me. 

3 Lord, I am thine, O take me 
now, 

I in the dust before thee bow, 
Asham'd, that I no sooner ran 
To thee, the Saviour of lost man, 



34G. T. 132. 

IF the Lamb had not been 
slain, 

To save us from perdition, 
And everlasting life to gain, 
What had been our condition! 
But since poor sinners favor'd are 
To have a Friend so very dear, 
We cannot but be happy. 

2 With all our errors and mistakes 
He bears, and loves us dearly; 
A contrite soul He ne'er forsakes, 
That acteth but sincerely. 
When the whole heart to him is 

giv'n 
We have a foretaste here of heav'n, 
In fellowship with Jesus. 

3 When we have fail'd, and deep- 
ly mourn 

That we the Spirit grieved, 
And to our Lord for comfort turn, 
We quickly are relieved : 
Whene'er we say, with humbie 
shame, [blame," 

" Lord Jesus, I have been to 
He saith, " Thou art forgiven." 

4 As p ar don' d sinners we rejoice, 
With Jesus' congregation ; 
Above all other things we prize 
His bitter death and passion; 
His wounds, his tears, and bloody 

sweat, 

We bear in mind, and can't forget 
His unexampled mercy. 

847, T. 14. 

A. MAZING grace ! (how sweet 

the sound!) 
That sav'd a wretch like me; 

1 once was lost, butnowam found, 
Was blind, but now I see. 

2 'Twas grace that taught my 
heart to fear, 

And grace my fears reliev'd; 
How precious did that grace ap- 
The hour I first believ'd! [pear 

3 Thro' many dangers, toils and 
I am already come; [snares, 



349.* T. 4. 

XJeAR Lord, when I trace 

The offers of grace 

Received from thee, — Thy draw- 
ings of love from my first in- 
fancy ; 

2 I fall at thy feet; 
Thy mercy's so great, 

I'm lost in amaze: — Thy love and 
forbearance all thoughts far 
surpass. 

3 I now wish to be 
Devoted to thee, 

Who for me hast dy'd — Grant 
that I may serve thee, and in 
thee abide. 



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Of Thankfulness of the Heart for 



330.* T. 228. 

O HOW enraptur'd is my heart, 
That in my Jesus I have part, 
He is my only treasure! 
May I for evermore abide 
A member of his chosen bride, 
And live unto his pleasure ; 
Oh! I — have joy, 
At the favor — that my Saviour 
Here already 
Join'd me to the church his body. 

351.* T. 83. 

O REJOICE, Christ's happy 

sheep ! 
For your Shepherd will for ever 



You, his flock, in safety keep; 
You are objects of his favor: 
Only fast unto him cleave, 
You he'll ne'er forsake nor leave. 

352* T. 97. 

My All in all, my faithful 

Friend! 
Upon whose mercy I depend; 
Than aught in earth or heav'n 

more dear; [year; 

My Paschal Lamb from year to 
My Shield, my Rock, my Polar* 

star, my Guide, 
Thou art my G od, and ever shalt 

abide ! 



XX. Of Thankfulness of the Heart for Jesus 9 Incarnation 
and Death. 



353.* T. 119. 

THANKS and praise, :|: 

Jesus, unto thee are due; 

O accept our adoration, 

For the blessings which accrue 

From thy human life and passion ; 

May our hearts and lips with one 

accord 
Praise thee, Lord! :|; 

2 For thy death :|i 

Thou art worthy, Lamb of God, 
That our lives and whole demeanor 
Praise thee, yea, each drop of 
Be devoted to thy honor, [blood 
And our souls uninterruptedly 
Cleave to thee. :\\ 

3 O how great : ] : 

Are the blessings we derive 
From the fulness of our Saviour! 
They who him by faith receive, 
And desire to taste his favor, 
From this source may freely take 
Grace for grace. :f: [always 

4 Ah remain :||: 

Ah remain our highest Good! 



In our hearts, dear sufT'ring Sa^ 

viour, 
Shed thy dying love abroad ; 
This will rule our whole behaviour, 
Us with love inspire, till we shall 
Lord, with thee. :|: [be t 

354. T. 14. 

JL O our Redeemer's glorious 
Awake the sacred song! [name 
O may his love (immortal flame!) 
Tune ev'ry heart and tongue. 

2 His love what angel's thought 
can reach! 

What mortal's tongue display! 
Imagination's utmost stretch 
In wonder dies away. 

3 He left his radiant throne on 
high, 

Left the bright realms of bliss, 
And came on earth to bleed and 
Was ever love like this ! [die! 

4 Dear Lord, while we adoring pay 
Our humble thanks to thee, 
May ev'ry heart wi.h rapture say j 
" The Saviour dy'd for me." 



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121 



5 O may the sweet, the blissful 

theme 
Fill ev'ry heart and tongue, 
Till strangers love thy charming" 
And join the sacred song*, [name, 

355.* T. 14. 

O JESUS, for thy matchless love, 
Accept our warmest praise ; 
Since thou didst leave thy throne 
To save a sinful race. [above, 

2 Thanks for thy suff'rings, tears, 

and cries, 
And groans in thy distress ; 
The source of never-fading joys, 
And endless happiness. 

3 Thanks for thy thirst, O Prince 
of peace, 

When hanging on the tree; 
What a divine refreshment this 
To souls athirst for thee! 

4 Thanks for thy last heart-pierc- 

ing crv, 
And meritorious death : 
Grant we may all on thee rely, 
And live a life of faith. 

356. T. 167. 

oING with humble hearts your 

praises, 
For our Saviour's boundless grace; 
Pay due homage to Christ Jesus, 
Come with thanks before his face: 
Praise him for his death andbleed- 

All our happiness lies there; 
Praise him for his gracious lead- 
ing, [care. 
Praise your faithful Shepherd's 

2 Thou, to purchase our salvation, 
Didst assume humanity; 
Jesus, for thy bitter passion, 
May we ever thankful be; 
Fill'd with awe, and humbly 

bowing, 
At thy feet we prostrate fall, 
Gratefully this truth avowing, 
That thou art our All in all. 



357.* T. 244. 

Redeemed congregation, 

Extol with one accord 
The God of our Salvation, 
Sing praises to the Lord: 
For us he man became, 
And still abides the same; 
To make us all one spirit 
With him, is his blest aim. 

358.* T. 155. 

A-XGELS, principalities, 
Thrones and pow'rs in heav'nly 
Worship Jesus, [places, 

As the Author of their frame; 
We with them 

Praise him for his incarnation, 
Human life and bitter passion, 
And adore his saving name. 

359.* T. 590. 

WHAT strikes, O wounded 

Lamb of God, 
My soul so sensibly ? 
'Tis when I view the fervent love, 
That urged thee to die; 
And feel that from thy precious 
So freely shed for me, [blood, 
Flows all my happiness in time, 
And in eternity. 

2 This grace, as long as life shall 
I humbly will proclaim ; [last, 
I, who a sinner void of good, 
Who dust and ashes am : 

'Tis deeply rooted in my heart, 
Eras'd it ne'er shall be, 
That by thy meritorious death 
Thou hast redeemed me. 

3 Thy mercy may I ne'er forget, 
While here below I stay : 

I'm lost in wonder and amaze, 
When I thy goodness weigh, 
That I, poor sinner, am become 
A child of thine, thro' grace, 
And being thine, a joyful heir 
Of ceaseless happiness. 

4 With contrite tears I thee adore s 
And thank for mercy free ; . 



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Of Thankfulness of the Heart for 



ni in my walk show forth thy 

praise, 
Ev'n in my small degree: 
If thou support me with thy aid, 
As my most gracious Lord; 
Th' imperfect service which I 

yield, 
"Will joy to thee afford. 

5 Whenever my frail nature 
swerves 

Beyond the proper bounds, 
Thou know'st, O Lord, what pain 

it gives, 
How grievously it wounds ; 
With eager haste I therefore flee, 
And safely wish to hide 
Within thy wounds, O God my 

Rock, 
And in those clefts abide. 

6 O thou, who to redeem my soul 
X)idst on the cross expire, 
Grant I may love thee in return, 
Be this my fix'd desire: 
Henceforth no more to cherish 

self, 
But to thy praise to live, 
Who lovedst me, and out of love 
Thyself for me didst give. 

7 Thy sufferings then, and bitter 
death, 

My heart shall e'er retain ; 

And earnestly I'll shun, thro' 

grace, 
AH that which gives thee pain; 
For nothing now which this vain 

world 
Can offer or devise, 
Can yield me any further joy, 
Nought but my ransom price. 

8 For ever then remain engrav'd 
Deep in my heart's recess ; 
Thee whom I wish to love in truth, 
O may my mouth confess : 
Grant that each sheep within thy 

fold 
Thy seal impress'd may bear, 
Until thou, at the judgment day, 
In glory shalt appear. 



360.* T. 151. 

1 -BEHOLD, my soul, thy Saviour 
| Gives up his life and blood, 

Thee to restore to favor, 
And reconcile to God; 
Thy ev'ry pain he eases, 
In him thou find's t relief, 
Rise then, and sing his praises, 
Who turns to joy thy grief. 

2 How is my soul delighted, 
Tho' shame o'erspreads my face, 
When I, by faith excited, 

The Lamb of God can trace 
In all his bitter passion, 
Till dying on the tree! 
He bare my condemnation, 
And gained life for me. 

3 I see him in the garden 
Shed floods of bitter tears, 
Sinking beneath the burden; 
[ hear his anxious pray'rs ; 

I see him pine and languish, 
As on the ground he lay, 
Till, thro' his pores in anguish, 
The blood-sweat forc'd its way. 

4 I fully am assured 

My Saviour loveth me, 

By all he hath endured 

In his great agony; [rows, 

His back plough'd o'er with fur- 

His side pierc'd with a spear, 

And unexampled sorrows, 

His boundless love declare. 

5 My fav'rite theme is Jesus, 
All else I count but loss; 

His love all thought surpasses, 
Ah, view him on the cross ! 
Thence hope and consolation 
I freely can derive j 
Were he not my salvation, 
I could not bear to live. 

6 Near Jesus' cross I tarry, 
On him I fix mine eyes, 
Behold him spent and weary 
A bleeding sacrifice ; 

Once of his heav'nly glory 
I shall obtain a sight ; 



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123 



But here, his suff'ring beauty 
Remains my chief delight. 

7 What undeserved favor 
Hath Jesus to me shown ! 
Might I recline for ever 
Upon his breast, like John. 
'Tis my heart's inclination, 
like Mary, oft to sit, 
Until my consummation, 
Lord, at thy pierced feet. 

8 In my forlorn condition 
Thou, Lord, didst me receive, 
Thou savedst from perdition 
My soul, and bad'st me live : 
With inward spirit's ardor, 

1 thank thee for thy grace; 
Thyself this heav'nly fervor 
Of love to thee increase! 

361.* T. 146. 

xj ORD Jesus, who for me 

Hast endless bliss obtained, 

And as thy property 

My soul by blood regained ; 

Accept a weeping eye, 

A warm ^nd grateful heart, 

Tho' a thank-off 'ring poor, 

Yet take it in good part. 

2 Jesus, thy dying love 

And thy blood-bought salvation, 
By day and night shall prove 
My fav'rite meditation. 
When I commune with thee, 
As tho* before mine eyes 
I saw thee bodily; 
Sly faith this vivifies. 

3 I look to Golgotha, 

For me I view thee languish, 
And melt like wax away 
Before thy pain and anguish ; 
By faith I see God's wrath 
In what on thee did fall, 
The fountain too and bath 
For my offences all. 

4 Most gracious God and Lord! 
Mankind's almighty Saviour! 
Worthy to be ador'd 

By all both now and ever ! 



Those souls are blest indeed 
Who thee embrace by faith, 
As thou for us wast laid 
Low in the dust of death. 

5 In thee I trust by faith, 
Jesus, my God and Saviour; 
On thy atoning death 
My soul shall feed for ever; 
Thy suff' rings shall remain 
Deep on my heart imprest, 
Thou Son of God and man! 
Till I with thee shall rest. 

362.* T. 149. 

"W HEN I Christ in spirit trace 
As the world's Creator, 
And regard the sinfulness 
Of my fallen nature; 

1 revere— him with fear : 
But his expiration 
Yields me consolation, 

2 Heart-reviving is the view 
Of our lovely Saviour; 

Him our highest Good to know, 
Be our whole, endeavour ; 
We're unclean, — full of sin, 
But the stripes of Jesus 
Heal all our diseases. 

3 Lamb of God, all praise to thee! 
Thou hast vict'ry gained, 

And upon the cross for me 
Endless bliss obtained; 
Thou art mine, — I am thine; 
May my whole demeanor 
To thy name give honor. 

363.* T. 97. 

A HANKS to the man of sor- 
rows be, 

To Jesus Christ, w 7 ho set us free 

From sin and death, when on the 
cross 

He suffer'd to.retrieve our loss ; 

Had he not shed his blood our 
debt to pay, 

W r e still had been the devil's 
wretched prey. 



12* 



Of Thankfulness of the Heart for 



2 O had not Jesus' blood been 
shed, 

Life would a burden be indeed, 
No comfort could we ever find, 
No ray of hope to cheer our mind; 
But now on earth we may enjoy 
his grace, [his face. 

And humbly hope in heav'n to see 

3 Rise, brethren, we to all the earth 
Our Lord's atonement will set 

forth, 

Will love our Master unto death, 

And humbly cleave to him by faith. 

Lord Jesus, be thou prais'd eter- 
nally, 

If there no Jesus were, what 
should we be! 

'364.* T. 146. 

W E sinners void of good, 
Defil'd by sin and stained, 
Yet bought with Jesus' blood, 
Who our salvation gained, 
As helpless, vile and poor, 
Appear before his face, 
And humbly him adore 
For our blest lot of grace. 

2 When we thy mercy weigh, 
How nails and scourges tore thee, 
Our debt immense to pay; 

We melt in tears before thee : 
Thy pain, thy stripes and wounds, 
Thy death, thou slaughter'd 

Lamb, 
Whence all our bliss redounds, 
Our grateful praises claim. 

3 Eternal thanks be thine, 
Author of our salvation ! 
Thou didst our hearts incline, 
T' accept thy invitation; 

We are thy property, 
O may we thine abide; 
This is our only plea, 
That thou for us hast dy'd. 

365.* T. 15. 

TllY blood, thy blood the deed 

hath wrought, 
That won me for thee, Saviour ; 



Else had I never on thee thought, 
Nor come to thee for ever. 

2 Tho' I'm a sinful creature still, 
I have a full exemption 

From serving sin, since thou 

didst quell 
Its pow'r by thy redemption. 

3 I feel how much in debt I am, 
This makes me oft ashamed; 
Yet as thy purchase, slaughter'd 

Lamb, 
I am thro' grace esteemed. 

4 O let me thee behold in faith, 
As thou for me wast wounded; 
And trust in thy atoning death, 
Whereon my bliss is grounded. 

5 Thy mercy ne'er from me re- 
But under thy direction, [move* 
Let me experience, while I live 
On earth, thy kind projection. 

6 May this each day be my em- 
ploy, 

The fruits of thy blest passion 
Still more completely to enjoy, 
Aj*d taste thy great salvation. 

7 Till I shall once behold thy 
face, 

In endless bliss and glory, 

And for the wonders of thy grace, 

With humble thanks adore thee. 

366.* T. 228. 

(J LAMB once slain, my Lord 
and God! [blood 

Thy bitter sufF'rings, death and 

Remain my heart's confession; 

Thee, the great Author of my 
frame, [Lamb, 

Thankful I call the slaughter'd 

Thy love is past expression. 

For joy — weep I 

O'er thy bloody — wounded body, 

For thy passion 

Hath procur'dfor me salvation. 

2 Thy blood was shed for me, I 

know, 
For my redemption did it flow; 



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125 



f) sweetest consolation! 

Now nothing in the world beside 

Can make me truly satisfy'd, 

But thy blood-bought salvation : 

There is — true bliss, 

Virtue healing — all that's ailing, 

Strength supplying 

Life, altho' my flesh be dying. 

367. T. 228. 

HAPPY hour ! by faith I see 
My suffering, dying Lord for me 
Upon the cross outstretched; 

If from my view this should de- 
part, 

1 then should feel a piercing smart, 
Yea, I should be most wretched: 
But he — knows me 

To be feeble, — and not able 

For a moment 

To live without his atonement. 

2 A sinner I, and full of blame: 
But " Saviour" is his precious 

name; 
He nothing will deny me; 
His blood was shed for me, I 

know, [flow, 

Thence blessings in abundance 
Nought eise could satisfy me. 
My God !— thy blood 
Still can wash me — and refresh 
It is cleansing, [me ; 

Pardon, life and grace dispensing. 

3 Therefore I'll ever view my 
God, 

His body cover'd o'er with blood, 
His soul with grief oppressed; 
This sight removes ail doubt and 

fear, 
It gives me boldness to draw near, 
By whatsoe'er distressed : 
Here I — find joy, 
Heav'nly pleasure — beyond meas- 
Near my Saviour [ure; 

I would fain abide for ever. 

368. T. 141. 

LAMB of God beloved, 

Once for sinners slain^ | 



Thankful we remember, 
What thou didst sustain; 
Nothing thee incited 
But unbounded grace, 
To bear condemnation 
In the sinners' place. 

2 This fills me with rapture, 
That thou bar'st my smart, 
And thy dying figure 
Captivates my heart ; 

Since thou by thy passion. 
Didst for me atone, 
I myself surrender 
To thee, as thine own. 

3 In thy wounds, O Jesus ! 

1 have found true peace; 
Thou in all distresses 
Art my hiding-place; 
Unto thee I'll ever 
Look with humble faith, 
And rejoice, and glory 
In thy wounds and death. 

4 I unworthy sinner 
Lie before thy throne ; 
Tho' I scarce am able 
To express, I own, 

All my wants, dear Saviour, 
Yet thou know'st them well; 
Now in me the counsel 
Of thy love fulfil. 

369. T. 341- 

A IS done, my God hath dy'd, 
My love is crucify'd. 
Break, this stony heart of mine; 
Pour, my eyes, a ceaseless flood; 
Feel, my soul, the pangs divine; 
Catch, my heart, the issuing 

blood! 

2 To love thee, Lord, — ah ! this 
Ev'n here is heav'nly bliss; 
With thy love my heart inspire, 
There by faith for ever dwell; 
This I always will desire, 
Nothing but thy love to feel. 

3 He bore the curse of all, 
A spotless criminal : 

2 



126 



Of Thankfulness of the Heart for 



Burden'd with our crimes and 
guilt, 

Blacken'd with imputed sin, 
Man to save his blood he spilt, 
Dy'd, to make the sinner clean. 

4 Join, eartli and heav'n, to bless 
The Lord our Righteousness ; 
Sinn'd we all, and dy'd in One; 
Just in One we all are made : 
Christ the law fulfill'd alone, 
Dy'd for all, for all obey'd. 

5 In him complete I shine, 
His death, his life is mine ; 
Fully am I justify 'd; 

Free from sin, and more than free, 
Guiltless, since for me he dy'd, 
Righteous, since he liv'd for me ! 

6 Jesus ! to thee I bow, 
Approach thee humbly now. 
O the depths of love divine \ 
Who thy wisdom's stores can tell? 
Knowledge infinite is thine, 

All thy ways unsearchable. 

370. T.206. 

Jb ULL to my view, — In bloody 
The Lamb of God [hue, 

Stretch'd out upon the wood, 
With wounds and stripes and 

scars — Appears, 
The nails and spear — His body 
And open wide [tear, 

The fountain in his side. 

2 His matchless worth — Xone 
can set forth, 

Or duly praise 

His mercy, love and grace^ 

He bore most willingly — For me 

God's fiery wrath, 

Which caus'd his death, 

When on the cross 

He died to ransom us. 

3 By his blood shed,— The Lamb 
hath paid 

My ransom price, 
Offer'd a sacrifice 
Well-pleasing unto God; — His 
blood 



For me avail'd, — And never failM 
To give me peace 
And solid happiness. 

4 His cries and pray'rs, — His bit- 
ter tears, 
His bloody sweat, 
And all his torments great, 
His stripes and ev'ry wound — 

Abound 
With life and grace, — Yea, lasting 
From Golgotha [bliss: 

My soul would never stray. 

371. T. 205. 

JuAMB of God, — thy precious 

blood, 
Healing wounds, and bitter death, 
Be our trust, — our only boast, 
Blessed object of our faith! 
Thy once marred countenance 
Comfort to our hearts dispense, 
By thy anguish, stripes and pain 
May we life and strength obtain. 

2 We adore — thee evermore, 
Jesus, for thy boundless grace; 
For thy cross — whereby for us 
Thou hast gain'd true happiness ; 
For thy death which sets us free 
From sin's cruel slavery; 

For thy all-atoning blood, [God. 
Which hath brought us nigh to 

3 What can we — now give to thee, 
For thy unexampled love! 
We're unclean — and full of sin, 
Till thou dost our guilt remove : 
All that's good in us, we own, 

Is not ours, but thine alone, 
Unto us belongeth shame; 
But all glory to thy name. 

4 Thro' thy grace, — may we al- 
ways 

Put our trust in thee by faith, 
And rely — eternally 
; On thy meritorious death : 
[Fill our hearts with constant 

peace, 
Till in thee we end our race, 
And shall thee for evermore 
'Midst the ransom'd hosts adore. 



Jesus' Incarnation and Death. 



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372. T. 159. 

I'M overcome with humble 

shame, 
And blushes fill my face, 
When I behold the suff 'ring Lamb, 
And when my faith can trace 
How Jesus paid my ransom price, 
And gave himself a sacrifice: 
My gracious Saviour, near to thee 

1 ever wish to be. 

2 'Tis then, with happy John, I 
view 

His body, mark'd with scars; 
Like Mary, I his feet bedew 
"With floods of sinner- tears ; 
I'm struck with this most charm- 
ing sight, 
The Lamb of God is my delight, 
The glory of the Trinity 
In him by faith I see. 

3 Free from the noisy, busy crowd, 
Here would I ever stay, 

And live in union with my God, 
With Jesus night and day; 
Extolling his unbounded love, 
Till to his presence I remove, 
And there, in higher notes of 

praise, 
My Hallelujahs raise. 

BT3. T. 166. 

W HAT praise unto the Lamb 
is due! [inspire 

How should this theme our souls 

"When we his boundless love re- 
view, 

And see him in his blood expire! 

Who can describe how much he 
lov'd, [zeal, 

Or paint that strong and fervent 

With which his tender heart was 
mov'd, [hell ! 

When he sustain'd the pangs of 

2 While others make the law 

their aim, 
Thence count their gain, thence 

mourn their loss, [name, 

We'll know, and seek no other 
Than Jesus bleeding on the cross; 



Jesus, themourning sinner's feast, 
The true believer's only Good; 
He longs to give, we long to taste 
Our meat and drink, his flesh and 
blood. 

3 In lively colors, Jesus, draw 
Thy bleeding wounds within my 

breast ; 
And make thy dying love my law. 
Till sin is wholly dispossest : 
By grace alone we wish to live, 
Nor from the law seek ease again; 
For if thy blood can't vict'ry give. 
Legal attempts will all prove vain. 

374. T. 16. 

oWEET the moments, rich in 
blessing, 

Which before the cross I spend, 

Life and health and peace pos- 
sessing 

From the sinner's dying- Friend. 

2 Here I'll sit for ever viewing 
Mercy's streams r in streams of 

blood; [mg, 

Precious drops ! my soul bedew - 
Plead and claim mv peace with 

God. 

3 Truly blessed is this station, 
Low before his cross to lie; 
While I see divine compassion 
Floating in his languid eye. 

4 Here it is I find my heaven, 
While upon the cross I gaze; 
Love 1 much ? I've more forgiven, 
I'm a miracle of grace. 

5 Love and grief my heart divid- 
ing, 

With my tears his feet I'll bathe; 
Constant still in faith abiding, 
Life deriving from his death, 

6 May I still enjoy this feeling, 
In all need to Jesus go ; 

Prove his wounds each day more 

healing, 
And himself more fuilv know. 



i2S Or Thankfulness of the Heart, &e. 

373. T. 14. 
JliOW can I view the s laugh 



ter'd Lamb, 
And all his sufferings tra.ce, 
And not sink down with humble 

shame, 
And give him thanks and praise! 

2 This, Lord, I do with mam- 
tears, 

And own with wonder fill'd, 
Thy stripes and shame, thy griefs 

and pray'rs, 
Made me thy pardon' d child. 

3 Still be thy wounds to me more 
dear, 

More precious ev'ry day ; 

Till I at thy pierc'd feet appear, 

Dress'd in thy bright array. 



376.* 



T. 14. 



A H' impression of what Christ, 

my Friend, 
Hath done for worthless me, 
'When he his life and blood did 

spend, 
Attend me constantly. 

2 O may I humbly onward move, 

While dying here I stay, 

And Jesus, whom my soul doth 

love, 
Prepare me for his day. 

377.* T. 68. 

15 E thy wounds and cross 
Ever new to us! __ 

Prom thy suffering scenes and 

merit 
Nothing e'er divert our spirit ; 
With thy blood bedew 
All we think or do. 



378.* T. 79. 



E 



TERNITY's expansions. 
Time's numberless dimensions, 
In spirit I have trac'd: 
But nothing hath so struck me, 
As when God's Spirit took me 
To Golgotha: O! Godbeprais'd! 

379.* T. 228. 

oING Hallelujah, honor, praise; 
Your grateful lauds to Jesus raise, 
O favor'd congregation ! 
For lie became a sacrifice, 
And paid in blood our ransom 

price, 
Procuring- our salvation. 
Holy, — happy 

Is our union — and communion 
With our Saviour, 
Blessed be his name for ever ! 

380.* T. 234. 

Thanks be to thee, thou 

slaughter'd Lamb ! 
For thy eternal love and favor; 
We, sinful worms, with humble 

shame [viour; 

Acknowledge thee our only Sa- 
For us thy soul was sore dis- 

may'd, 
For us thy body was tormented, 
For us thou bow'dst thy sacred 

head, 
Thus, by thy death, death's power 

ended: 
Xow fix our hearts and eyes 
On this thy sacrifice; 
O that we may forget it never ! 
But be it always clear, 
God did in Christ appear, 
From j u dgment us to free for ever. 






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XXI. Of the Love of Jesus. 



381.* T. 97. 

ThOU Source of love, thou 

sinners' Friend, 
Thy mercy who can comprehend? 
Who ever can presume to say, 
He lov'd, ere thou hadst shown 

the way? [eternity, 

Thou, who hast lov'd us from 
Dost raise within us genuine love 

to thee. 

2 Such unexampled, boundless 
grace [amaze, 

Doth fill our souls with deep 
That God, who earth and heaven 

made, 
Should be in human flesh array'd, 
Thereby to save lost man from 

death and hell, 
Who did so basely 'gainst his 

Lord rebel ! 

3 Thy love, which always is the 
same, [flame, 

Can ev'n the coldest hearts in- 
Yea, they must feel a kindlingray, 
Dissolve in tears and melt away; 
Thy mercy, Lord, is such an end- 
less store, [adore. 
Man's reason here must silently 

4 However weak and helpless we, 
However pow'rful sin may be, 
Thou art our strength in ev'ry case; 
Thro'thy support and aiding grace 
We firmly trust that we shall con- 

qu'rors prove, [from above. 
Since thou dost give us vict'ry 

5 Lo, we fall down with filial 
fear, [here ; 

Conscious that thou art present 
We humbly laud thy saving name, 
We sink, abas'd with humble 
shame, [throne, 

Almighty God, before thy glorious 
And thee our only Lord and Sa- 
viour own. 



6 Reach out thy sceptre, King 

of love, 
Let us thy royal favor prove, 
Who, conscious of our indigence, 
Approach thy throne with confi- 
dence; 

teach our lips to praise, our 
hearts to glow, [overflow. 

Our eyes with grateful tears to" 

382.* T. 97. 

WHOM, dear Redeemer, dost 

thou love ? 
What doth thy highest pleasure 

prove? [bless, 

Whom dost thou favor, cheer and 
And call to endless happiness ? 
Thou, who art holy, great, un* 

changeable, [uel! 

The mighty God, yet our Imman- 

2 The answer humble thanks doth 

claim, [shame: 

And fills our souls with conscious 
" I love thee, sinner,, come to me, 

1 will receive thee graciously ; 
Tho' thou be sinful, ready to de- 
spair, [glory share." 

Thou shalt my pardon, help and 

3 What wonder in the soul takes 
place, [grace ? 

When we survey thy boundless 
To know our own depraved heart, 
And thy .> great name, and what 

thou art, [cious prove ; 

And yet to find thee still so gra- 
This makes us sink abas'd with 

shame and love. 

4 We all know, who, and what 
we are, 

And all with one consent declare, 
That we no good in us could find 
To move thee, Lord, to be so kind: 
Yet many here with inward rap- 
ture feel [seal. 
Thy Spirit's unction : and assuring 



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Of the Love of Jesus. 



5 O ground us deeper still in thee, 
And let us thy true foll'wers be; 
And when of thee we testify, 
Fill thou our souls with heav'nly 

joy: [inspire, 

May thy blest Spirit all our souls 
And set each cold and lifeless 

heart on fire. 

6 Our souls and bodies, Lord, 
prepare, [bear; 

That we rich fruit for thee may 
Grant, we may live unto thy praise, 
And serve thy cause with faith- 
fulness ; 
Since grace and truth is our 

hearts' wish and aim, 
O glorify in us thy saving" name. 

383.* T. 90. 

JVlY Saviour, thou thy love to 
me [shown; 

In want, in pain, in shame hast 
For me thou on th' accursed tree 
Didst, by thy precious blood, 

atone : 
Thy death upon my heart impress, 
That nothing- may it thence erase. 

2 O that my heart, which open 
stands, [t'ring pain, 

May catch each drop, that tor- 
Arm'd by my sins, wrung- from 

thy hands, 
Thy feet, thy head, thy ev'ry vein: 
That still my breast may heave 

with sighs, [eyes. 

Still tears of love o'erflow mine 

3 O that I, like a little child, 
May follow thee; nor ever rest, 
Till sweetly thou hast pour'd thy 

mild 
And lowly mind into my breast : 
O may I now and ever be 
One spirit, dearest Lord, with thee. 

4 What in thy love possess I not ? 
My Star by night, my Sun by day, 
My Spring of life, when parch'd 

with drought, 
My Wine to cheer, my Bread to 
May, 



My Strength, my Shield, my safe 

Abode, 
My Robe before the throne of God! 

5 From all eternity with love 
Unchangeable thou hast me 

view'd ; [move, 

Ere knew this beating heart to 
Thy tender mercies mepursu'd: 
Ever with me may they abide, 
And close me in on ev'ry side. 

6 In suff'ring be thy love my peace, 
In weakness be thy love my pow'r; 
And when the storms of life shall 

cease, 
Jesus, in that important hour, 
In death, as life, be thou my Guide, 
And save me, who for me hast 

dy'd. 

384.* T. 580. 

GRACIOUS Redeemer, who for 

us 
Didst die upon th' accursed cross, 
To save our souls from death: 
We humbly at thy feet fall down, 
And thee thy body's Saviour own, 
On whom we firmly trust by faith. 

2 Weak, helpless babes, 'tis true 
we are, [clear ; 

Poor sinners, but from guilt made 
The virtue of that blood, 
Which did for all our sins atone, 
We have experienc'd, and have 
known [of God. 

From thence the quick'ning pow'r 

3 And now we nothing can reply, 
But humbly at thy feet we lie, 
Astonish'd at thy grace, 

That vile and wretched as we are, 
Such undeserved love we share j 
To thee is due eternal praise. 

4 When we thy boundless love 
survey, [away, 

Our hearts like wax then melt 
Our eyes with tears o'erflow, 
We are determin'd nought beside 
To know, but Jesus crucify'd, 
And him to follow here below. 



Of the Love of Jesus. 



385.* T. 580. 

CHRIST, my Redeemer, Lord 

and God, 
How came I, sinner void of good, 
To that blest company 
Of ransom' d souls, who are in faith 
United, grounded on thy death, 
Why didst thou fix thy choice on 

me? 

2 When I to thee for succor cry'd, 
Thy bounty all my wants supply'd; 
I brought to thee a heart 

So cold, that itseem'd scarcely fit 
A spark of love divine t' admit; 
But now 'tis kindled by thy smart. 

3 Tho' I to mercy had no right, 
Yet I found favor in thy sight, 
Like Magd'len at thy feet; 

So that 1 now, supremely blest, 
In thee have found true peace 

and rest, 
Yea, happiness, and joy complete. 

386.* T. 132. 

X HE Lord my Shepherd is and 
Guide, 
Who kindly doth direct me; 
For all my wants he will provide, 
From dangers will protect me. 
He leads me to a pasture-ground, 
Where for my soul rich food is 

found, 
The word of his salvation. 

.2 He guides my soul to living 

springs, 
Where sweetly I'm refreshed; 
His Spirit joy and comfort brings 
To me whene'er abashed ; 
He leads me in the blessed way 
Of his commandments, day by 

day, 
To his name's praise and glory. 

3 A table for me he prepares, 

My soul enj oy s his favor ; 

And thus secur'd, no en'my dares 

My God and me to sever : 

His holy Spirit cheers my heart, 



And changes ev'ry grief ana 

smart 
To joys unutterable. 

4 His goodness and his mercies 
Will follow me for ever, [all 

And I'll maintain my proper call, 
To cleave to my dear Saviour, 
And to his congregation here; 
And when call'd home, I shall live 

there 
With Christ, my soul's Redeemer. 

387.* T. 36. 

1 HY thoughts of peace o'er me, 
my gracious Saviour, 
Thy mercy, love, and patience, 

which ne'er waver, 
They are my comfort, prompt me 
to prostration, 

And adoration. 

2 I am the chief of sinners, yea, 
the poorest 

Of those, whom of thy favor thou 

assurest; 
Thy goodness shown to me can't 

be expressed, 

Or duly praised, 

3 Hadst thou not sought me first, 
and follow'd ever, 

I hadnot come to thee, nor known 

thy favor ; 
When thou hadst found me, thea 

with arms of mercy 

Thou didst embrace me. 

4 I thank thee with sincerest 
heart's affection, 

That thou, according to thy grace 
election, 

Hast brought me to thy blood- 
bought congregation, 

Seai'd my salvation. 

388.* T. 208, 

IS' ONE but Christ, my Saviour, 
Loves with matchless fervor; 
This is surely true ! 
Souls in him believing, 



4S2 



Of the Love of Jesii3. 



And his blessings craving", 
Taste them daily new; 
Yea, his mercy far exceeds 
All to think or say we're able; 
*Tis incomparable. 

2 Weeping" or rejoicing*, 
When from love arising*, 
He takes in good part ; 
Whoe'er cannot truly 
Holy, holy, holy, 

Sing with cheerful heart, 
O might he but contrite be! 
Christ regards our mournful cry- 
ing, 
Inward groans and sighing. 

3 Yea, his own he guideth, 
Faithful he abideth, 

Till his thoughts of peace 

Fully are accomplish'd, 

And our race here finish' d, 

We shall see his face. 

O rejoice with heart and voice, 

Church of God, and praise for 

His unbounded favor. [ever 

389. T. 89, 

O NE there is above all others, 
Who deserves the name of Friend, 
His is love beyond a brother's, 
Costly, free, and knows no end: 
They who once his kindness prove, 
Find it everlasting love! 

2 Which of all our friends, to 
save us, [blood! 

Could or would have shed his 
But our Jesus dy'd, to have us 
Keconcil'd in him to God: 
This was boundless love indeed! 
Jesus is a Friend in need. 

S When he liv'd on earth abased, 
Friend of sinners was his name, 
Now to heav'nly glory raised 
He rejoiceth in the same: 
Still he calls them brethren, 

friends, 
And to all their wants attends. 

4 Could we bear from one another, 
What he daily bears from us ? 



Yet this glorious Friend and 

Brother 
Loves us, tho' we treat him thus ; 
Tho' for good we render ill, 
He accounts us brethren still. 

5 Oh! for grace our hearts to 

soften ! 
Teach us, Lord, at length to love; 
We, alas! forget too often, 
What a Friend we have above; 
But when home our souls are 

brought 
We will love thee as we ought. 

390. T. i*« 

J ESUS, thy love exceeds by fur 
The love of earthly friends ; 
Bestows whate'er the sinner needs, 
Is firm, and never ends. 

2 My blessed Saviour, is thy love 
So bounteous, great and free? 
Behold, I give my sinful heart,' 
My life, my all to thee. 

3 Xo man of greater love can 
boast, 

Than for his friend to die : 
Thou for thy enemies wast slain, 
What love with thine can vie ? 

4 Tho' in the very form of God, 
With heav'nly glory crown'd, 
Thou wouldst partake of human 

flesh, 
Beset with troubles round. 
y 

5 And now, ev'n on thy throne 
above, 

Thy love is still as great; 
Weil thou remember'st Calvary, 
Nor canst thy death forget. 

6 O Lord, I'll treasure in my soul 
The mem'ry of thy love: 

And thy dear name shall still to 
A grateful odor prove. [me 

391. T. 90. 

JeSUS, Redeemer of mankind, 
Sov'reign Creator, Lord of all, 



Of the Love of Jesus. 



1S3 



Since I in thee salvation find, 
Before thy cross I humbly fall : 
My Lord, my God, my soul's de- 
sire, [spire. 
With sacred flames my heart in- 

2 How couldst thou love such 
worms as us ? 

Why didst thou look upon our 

race ? 
Why didst thou die upon the cross? 

What caus'd all this but bound- 
less grace? 

'Twas, dearest Lord, thy match- 
less love [move. 

Which thee to save our souls did 

3 O let thy pity thee constrain, 
Pardon Our sin, its pow'r subdue, 
May all of us be born again, 
Thy image in us all renew: 

Let on us shine thy cheering face, 
Give us to know thy saving grace. 

4 Be thou our strength, be thou 
our song; 

Be our exceeding great reward: 
Let ev'ry heart, and ev'ry tongue, 
Rejoice and triumph in the Lord: 
Jesus, our boast shall be of thee, 
In time, and in eternity. 

392. T. 14. 

C OME, Holy Ghost, inspire my 
With thy immortal flame; [song 
And teach my heart, and teach 

my tongue 
The Saviour's lovely name. 

2 The Saviour ! O what endless 
charms 

Dwell in the blissful sound! 
Its influence ev'ry fear disarms, 
And spreads s weet comfort round • 

3 Here pardon, life, and joys 
In rich effusions flow [divine, 
For guilty rebels lost by sin, 
And doom'd to endless woe. 

4 God's only Son, (stupendous 
grace!) 

Forsook his throne above; 



And swift, to save our wretched 
He flew on wings of love, [race, 

5 Th' almighty Former of the 
Stoop'd to our vile abode ; [skies 
While angels view'd with won- 

d'ring eyes 
And hail'd th' incarnate God. 

6 O the rich depths of love divine! 
Of bliss a boundless store: 
Dear Saviour, let me call thee 
I cannot wish for more. [mine, 

7 On thee alone my hope relies, 
Beneath thy cross I fall; 

My Lord, my Life, my Sacrifice, 
My Saviour, and my All. 

393. T. 74. 

S AVIOUR! thro' grace divine 

1 know, that I was thine 
From early infancy ; 
This by thy calls I see, 
And drawings all along 
Frequent, distinct and strong. 

2 I know, thro' mercy free 
Thine I shall ever be, 

Xo separation here 
From thee I need to fear; 
In thee I can confide, 
Thou faithful wilt abide. 

3 I know I worthless am, 
This fills my soul with shame, 
Down in the dust I bow, 
Lord, keep me ever low ; 

In thee alone I trust, 
Thy love is all my boast! 

394. T. 90. 

BEFORE the Father's awful 
throne [hands, 

Our High-Priest lifts his pierced 
And interceding for his own 
His purchas'd property demands; 
His people's everlasting Friend, 
Who loving, loves them to the 

end. 
2 By faith we claim him as our 

own, 
Our Kinsman, near ally 'd in blood, 



M 



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Of Love to Jesus. 



Flesh of our flesh, bone of our 

bone, 
The Son of Man, the Son of God; 
We to his mercy-seat draw nigh ; 
He never can himself deny. 

395.* T. 14. 

A HY mercies and thy faithful- 
Dear Lord, are daily new, [ness, 
But who can tell them to thy 
Upon a close review? [praise, 

2 Could I exalt thee worthily, 
For thy unbounded grace, 
Display'd in various ways to me, 
My lauds would never cease. 

390.* T. 590. 

O LORD, accept my worthless 
And keep it ever thine ; [heart, 
Since thou for me, a sinful worm, 
Hast shed thy blood divine, 
Therewith to save my guilty soul 
From endless pain and woe : 
What dearest friend in all the 

world 
Could equal kindness show! 

397.* T. 56. 

X HOU, O Jesus, :il: art a gra- 
cious Lord, [word ; 
Ever faithful, :|[: keeping to thy 



None can be so full of grief, 
But he soon may find relief, 
By the comfort :||: thy kind looks 
afford. 

398.* T. 37. 

LORD, had I of thy love 

Such an impression, 

As to forget all else 

In that fruition, 

Still would my love fall short 

Of thy great mercies; 

Nor can eternity 

Sing all thy praises. 

399. T. 184. 

JUL OW much we're lov'd by God 
our Saviour, 

With warmest gratitude we trace; 

His patience, mercy, pardon, fa- 
vor, 

Supported us throughout our 
race: 

To him we trust for future bless- 
ing* 

He'll lead us till our latest breath: 

O may we all, with love unceas- 
ing", 

Rejoice in him, our Lord, by faith! 



XXII. Of Love to Jesus. 



400.* T. 206. 

1 HEE will I love, my strength 

and tow'r, 
My soul with love to thee inspire; 
Thee will I love with all my pow'r, 
Thou art alone my soul's desire; 
Thee will 1 love, my King and 

God, 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad. 

2 Ah, why did I so late thee know, 
Thou fairest of the sons of men ! 
Ah, why did I no sooner go 



To thee, who canst relieve my 

pain! 
Asham'd I sigh, and inly mourn 
That I so late to thee did turn. 

3 Give to my eyes repenting tears, 
Give to my heart chaste, hallow'd 

fires; 
Give to my soul with filial fears, 
The love that all heav'n's host 

inspires : 
That all my pow'rs, with all their 

might, 
In thy sole glory may unite. 



Of Love to Jesus. 



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401.* T. 232. 

THEE, Lord, I love with sacred 
awe, [draw 

Thy gracious presence ne'er with- 
From me, thy feeble creature. 
The world is tasteless unto me, 

1 find no comfort but in thee, 
And in thy loving nature : 

Yea, when the strings of life are 
broke, [Rock; 

Thou shalt remain my lasting 
Thou art my Comfort and my All, 
Whose blood redeem'd me from 
the fall ; [name 

Lord Jesus Christ, :||: thy saving 
Preserve me from eternal shame. 

2 All my desires are fix'd on thee, 
Lord Jesus, thou art more to me 
Than ev'ry earthly treasure ; 
Were heav'n itself without thee, 

Lord, [ford, 

What could all heav'nly bliss af- 
To yield me solid pleasure ? 
Did I not feel that thou art near, 
Whene'er I mourn, my heart to 

cheer, [fort me; 

Nought in this world could com- 
My wishes centre all in thee ; 
Lord Jesus Christ! :||: if thou art 

gone, 
My ev'ry comfort is withdrawn ! 

3 With my whole heart I cleave 
to thee, 

And thou wilt come and dwell 

with me ; 
This is my consolation ! 
In joy and pain my soul depends 
On thee with humble confidence, 
Thou Rock of my salvation ! 
Thou shalt remain my Portion 

blest, [fest, 

My All, by word and deed con- 
Till these mine eyes behold thy 

face; 
Meanwhile support me by thy 

grace ; 
O Jesus Christ, :J:-my God and 

Lord, 
In ev'ry trial help afford. 



402.* T. 200. 

O CHRIST, my only Life and 

Light, 
Whose loving condescension 
Refresheth me by day and night,. 
Beyond my comprehension : 
Grant, that I may return thy love 
With grateful heart's devotion, 
Thus my notion 
Of mercy will improve 
With ev'ry thought and motion. 

2 Let nothing dwell within my 
heart, 

But thy great love and favor : 
May this engage my soul to part 
With ev'ry sinful savor : 
With all things, whether great or 

small, 
Which breed the least division, 
Or collision, 

'Twixt me and God my All, 
Who sav'd me from perdition. 

3 How blest, how excellent and 
kind, 

Are thy great love and merit! 
Were these but fix'd within my 

mind, 
What could disturb my spirit ? 
O might no thought arise in me, 
No object move my senses, 
No pretences, 

T' obstruct my love to thee ; 
Thus heav'n on earth commences. 

4 O that I were still more possest 
Of this great, sov'reign blessing ! 
O that my cold and lifeless breast 
Might glow with love unceasing! 
Grant, I may watch both day and 

night, 
To keep this heav'nly treasure 
From the seizure 
Of Satan's secret spite, 
Who seeks our woe with pleasure. 

5 Thou cam'st in love to my re- 
lief, 

Bar's t sin's due pain and torment, 
Hung'st on the cross just like a 

thief, 
Or murd'rer, without garment, 



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Of Love to Jesus. 



Scorn'd, spit upon, and sore dis- 

trest: 
O ! let thy suff'rings enter 
To the centre 

Of this my stubborn breast, 
To melt and make it tender. 

6 The blood, which thou hast 
shed for me, 

Is precious, pure and holy ; 

But this my heart that swerves 

from thee, 
Is hard, replete with folly: 
Lord ! m ay the virtue of thy blood 
Sink deep into the nature 
Of thy creature, 
And its kind influence spread 
Thro' ev'ry vein and feature. 

7 O that my heart with eagerness 
Would open wide, and gather 
Each drop of blood my sins did 

press 
From thee, my Mediator! 
O were mine eyes a well of tears, 
To weep for thee, my Saviour! 
May I ever, 

Freed from all needless fears, 
Enjoy thy love and favor. 

8 O that I with a babe's desire 
Came running", weeping, stretch- 
ing. 

So long, till love's celestial fire 
My longing soul were catching: 
"Without thy love there's nought 

but gall, 
Nought else yields satisfaction, 
But distraction, 
Nought else 1 joy can call, 
Nought else gives me refection. 

9 Thy love divine is perfect rest, 
The source of all true pleasure: 
O Jesus, be my soul thus blest, 
T' enjoy thee in full measure! 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad; 

let thy blood be healing 
All that's ailing, 

And that depravity 

1 am with grief bewailing. 



10 Thy lore, my Saviour, all sup- 
plies 

That to my soul is wanting, 
'Tis the true light unto mine eyes, 
My cordial, when I'm fainting; 
My bread and wine, my costly 

dress, 
My joy and delectation, 
My salvation, 
My comfort in distress, 
My refuge 'midst oppression. 

11 My dearest Lord, shouldst 
thou remove, 

Nought else could yield me pleas- 
ure; 

Shouldst thou withdraw thy pre- 
cious love, 

I lose my only treasure. 

Thee may I seek and entertain, 

With inward joy receive thee, 

Never leave thee, 

And ne'er henceforth again 

Unfaithful prove and grieve thee. 

12 Thy love hath always been the 
same, 

And ever did pursue me; 
Before I knew thy saving name, 
In mercy thou didst view me. 
O let thy love, almighty Lord, 
Continue to direct me, 
And protect me, 

Yea, help to me afford, [me 

'Gainst all that would obstruct 

13 Thy love uphold me, when 
distrest, 

Give strength, when I am feeble: 
And when this mortal period's 

past, 
Thou, who to save art able, 
Support, and strengthen my weak 

faith ; 
Apply thy pow'rful merit 
To my spirit, 
That 1 may after death, 
Eternal joy inherit. 

403.* T. 151. 

JeSUS, my highest treasure! 
In thy communion blest, 



Of Love to Jesus. 



137 



I find unsully'd pleasure, 
True happiness and rest. 
Myself as an oblation 

1 have to thee assign'd, 
Because thou by thy passion 
Hast heaPd my sin-sick mind. 

2 Ojoy, all joys exceeding! 
Thou Bread most heavenly, 
When 1 on thee am feeding, 
Thou dost me satisfy 

With marrow and with fatness, 
With comfort, joy and peace, 
And fill's t my heart with gladness. 
Assuaging my distress. 

3 Let me perceive thy friendly, 
Thy cheering countenance, 
Spread thro' my heart its kindly 
Enliv'ning influence. 
Without thee, gracious Saviour, 
To live, is nought but pain; 

T' enjoy thy love and favor, 
Is happiness and gain. 

4 Earth's glory to inherit, 
Is not what I desire : 

My heav'nly minded spirit 
Glows with a nobler fire; 
Where Christ himself appear eth 
In brightest majesty, 
For me a place prepareth, 
There, there I long to be. 

404.* T. 156. 

J ESUS is my Light most fair, 
Jesus yields me solid pleasure; 
In his love I have a share, 
This I count my highest treasure : 
He alone is my delight. 
He my soul hath captivated, 
With his love I'm penetrated; 
He hath overcome me quite. 

2 Round his pierced feet I'll cling, 
Him I seek with love most tender ; 
And accurs'd be ev'ry thing, 
Which my seeking him would j 

hinder. 
Tell me nought of worldly fame, | 
Tell me nought of earthly treas- ; 

ure, 

If 



Would you please in any measure, 
Tell me of his lovely name. 

3 But himself I must behold, 
To him I will make confession : 
My defects are manifold, 

But I trust to his compassion. 
For I cannot, will not rest, 
Till I've found my dearest Saviour, 
Till he looks on me in favor, 
Till he grants me my request. 

4 Jesus, thou my only rest, 

my Jesus, let me find thee ; 
Jesus, take me to thy breast, 
With thy cords of love now bind 

me. 
Thou'rt the object of my mind, 

1 am by thy love inflamed; 
Ev'ry good that can be named, 
Ev'ry bliss in thee I find. 

5 May I of thy chosen bride 
Be a member chaste and holy ; 
Let me quite in thee confide, 
Cleave to thee and love thee solely:- 
Jesus, kindly me receive; 

Thine alone may I be called ; 
Grant, that what hath me inthr all- 
May no longer me enslave. [ed, 

6 Thou in grace hast look'd on 
me, [blessed; 

And with precious gifts hast 
Yet content 1 cannot be, 
Till I am of thee possessed. 
Jesus, now upon me shine, 
Jesus, be my Sun resplendent, 
Jesus, be my joy transcendent, 
Jesus, be thou ever mine I 

405.* T. 39. 

1 'LL glory in nothing but only 

in Jes-us, 
As wounded and bruised from 

sin to release us : 
For he is my Refuge, to him I'll 

cleave solely, 
Thus can I, like Enoch, i» this 

world live holv- 
2 



138 

2 What tho* the world foameth 
and rageth with fury, 

I in my dear crucify'd Jesus will 

glory; 
Beside him, my Saviour, I'll know 

nothing ever, 
From whom neither trials, nor 

death me shall sever. 

3 My Saviour takes notice of 
hearts for him pining, 

He soothes their distress, who on 
him are reclining ; 

All this I've experienc'd, I there- 
fore will hold him, 

I never will leave him, my faith 
shall infold him. 

4 My Jesus is always desirous to 
meet me, 

Abounding in love, and in mercy 

to greet me. 
Above all I love him, for he is my 

treasure, 

1 humbly adore him and serve 
him with pleasure. 

5 My heart's fix'd on Jesus, whose 

love is so tender, 
My life and my all unto him 1 

surrender; 
He is and remaineth my heart's 

meditation, 
My faith's only object, till my 

consummation. 

406.* T. 83. 

JESUS will I never leave, 
He's the God of my salvation; 
Thro' his merits 1 receive 
Pardon, life and consolation : 
All the powers of my mind 
To my Saviour be resign'd. 

2 Nought on earth can satisfy 
One desire which God inspireth, 
Only Jesus can supply 

All my needy heart requireth ; 
He all losses can retrieve, 
Him I'll therefore never leave. 

3 He is mine, and I am his, [man; 
Join 'd with him in close commu- 



Of Love to Jesus. 



And his bitter passion is 
The foundation of this union ; 
Full of hopes, which never yield, 
Firm on him, my Rock, I build, 

4 O the happy hours I spend 
With him in blest conversation! 
He's my near and faithful Friend, 
Full of grace, peace, and salvation; 
From the look at Jesus' wounds 
Pure delight to me redounds. 

5 With my Jesus 1 will stay, 

He my soul preserves and feedeth; 
He, the Life, the Truth, the Way, 
Me to living waters lea del h : 
Blessed, who can say with me • 
Christ, I'll never part with thee! 

407.* T. 22. 

JJEAR Jesus, when I think on 
thee, 

My heart for joy doth leap in me; 

Thy blest remembrance yields de- 
light, 

Till faith is changed into sight. 

2 When thou art near, I must 
confess, 

I feel a bliss I can't express : 
Thy love, my Saviour, ne'er can 
cloy, [joy. 

Fountain of bliss, and source of 

3 Let me by faith behold thy face, 
Still taste thy love, and share thy 

grace; [name, 

Still let my tongue resound thy 
And Jesus be my constant theme. 

4 Thy love and mercies all exceed; 
The more 1 on these dainties feed, 
The more my eager soul is bent 
To live but in this element. 

5 Blest Jesus, what delicious fare, 
How sweet thy entertainments are! 
Never did angels taste above 
Redeeming grace and dying love. 

408.* T. 11. 

JJeAREST Jesus, come to me, 
And abide eternally; 



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139 



Friend of needy sinners, come, 
Fill and make my heart thy home. 

2 Oftentimes for thee I sigh, 
Nothing else can give me joy; 
This is still my cry to thee : 
Dearest Jesus, come to me! 

3 Should I in earth's pleasures 
roll, 

None could satisfy my soul; 
Thee, O Jesus ! I adore, 
Thou'rt my pleasure evermore. 

4 Jesus, thee alone I call, 
My beloved Friend, my All; 
Nothing, what s o'er it be, 
Shall divide my heart with thee. 

409.* T. 13. 

GRACIOUS Redeemer, thou 

hast me 
To come to thee invited; 
Thy love, to love thee ardently 
Hath my cold heart excited. 

2 Thy cross, thy shame, thy 
pangs, thy smart, 

Thy wounds, and bitter passion, 
Now melt and captivate my heart, 
A&d prompt my adoration. 

3 The fire of love that burns 
within, 

Is that divine impression, 

That thou didst suffer for my sin, 

And die for my transgression. 

410.* T. 97. 

X IS evident that Jesus loves, 
His death for us this fully proves: 
He lov'd the world, a sinful race; 
He loves the church, his flock of 

grace; [me, 

He loveth children, yea, heloveth 
Who nought deserv'd but endless 

misery. 

2 O may [ in his love be blest, 
Like John, reclining on his breast; 
And oft, like humble Magdalen, 
Adore the Friend of sinful men, 



With longing heart attending at 

his feet, 
Till with a gracious look from 

him I meet. 

3 I'll weep whene'er he's not to 
me [be; 

What a most cordial friend can 
Do I not always feel him nigh, 
And his reviving grace enjoy, 
Do I not in his sweet communion 

live, 
Nought else to my poor soul can 
comfort give. 



411. 



T. 4. 



W HEN duly I weigh, 
How much day by day, 
Thee, Lord, I have try'd, — My 

Friend ever faithful, who for 

me hast dy'd; 

2 I own the fault mine ; 
Thy patience divine, 

Which clearly I trace, — With tears 
fills my eyes, with shame cov- 
ers my face. 

3 As Mary ador'd 
Her Master and Lord, 
When her thou didst greet, 
And, deeply abas'd, she embraced 

thy feet; 

4 As Thomas with awe, 
When thy wounds he saw, 

His Saviour avow'd, — And cry'd 
with conviction, " My Lord 
and my God!" 

5 As Peter reply'd, 
His love being try'd, 

" My heart thou dost prove, — 
Lord, thou knowest all things, 
thou know'st that I love!" 

6 So may I, each day, 
A clearer display 

Obtain of thy grace; — Thus my 
love, O Jesus ! to thee will in- 
crease. 



140 



Of Love to Jesus. 



412.* T. 43. 

W HAT splendid rays— -of truth 

and grace, 
All other lights excelling, 

1 perceive, when Jesus Christ 
Makes my heart his dwelling! 

2 He blesseth me — so sensibly, 
That spirit, soul and body, 
Can in him, my Saviour, joy, 
Tho' quite poor and needy. 

3 His looks of grace — insure al- 
ways 

To me my heav'nly calling: 
Am I weak, his hand preserves 
Me, his child, from falling. 

4 My earnest pray'r — while ab- 
sent here 

From him, my soul's Beloved, 
Is, that my heart's confidence 
In him be unmoved. 

5 Could I with him — spend all 
my time, 

In constant love's fruition, 
Infinitely happy then 
Would be my condition. 

6 Whene'er I mourn — and hum- 
bly turn 

For comfort to my Jesus, 
I have never -failing proofs 
That he's near and gracious. 

7 They who always— our Saviour's 

face 
Seek upon each occasion, 
Never fail to be refreshed 
With his consolation. 

413.* T. 167. 

O COULD we but love that Sa- 
viour, 
Who loves us so ardently, 
As we ought, our souls would 

ever 
Full of joy and comfort be! 
If we, by his love excited, 
Could ourselves and all forget, 
Then, with Jesus Christ united, 
We should heav'n anticipate ! 



2 Did but Jesus' love and merit 
Fill our hearts both night and day, 
And the unction of his spirit 
All our thoughts and actions 
sway ! 

might all of us be ready 
Cheerfully to testify, 

How our spirit, soul and body, 
Do in God our Saviour joy! 

414. T. 14. 

1 EX thousand talents once I 

ow'd,' 
And nothing had to pay; 
But Jesus freed me from the load, 
And wash'd my debt away. 

2 Yet since the Lord forgave my 
And blotted out my score; [sin, 
Much more indebted I have been, 
Than e'er I was before. 

3 My guilt is cancell'd quite, I 
know, 

And satisfaction made; 

But the vast debt of love I owe 

Can never be repaid. 

4 The love I owe for sin forgiv'n, 
For power to believe, 

For present peace, and promis'd 

heav'n, 
No angel can conceive. 

5 That love of thine, thou sin- 
ners' Friend, 

Witness thy bleeding heart ! 
My little all can ne'er extend 
To pay a thousandth part. 

6 Nay more, the poor returns I 
make, 

1 first from thee obtain ; 

And 'tis of grace, that thou wilt 
Such poor returns again. [take 

7 Tis well — it shall my glory be, 
(Let who will boast their store)' 
In time and in eternity, 

To owe thee more and more. 

415. T. 11. 

HARK, my soul ! it is the Lord; 
'Tiamy Saviour, hear his word; 



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141 



Jesus speaks, and speaks to thee, 
v, poor sinner, lov'st thou 
me?" 

2 " I deliver'd thee, when bound, 
" And when wounded, heal'd thy 

wound; 
" Sought thee wand'ring, set thee 

right, 
" Turn'd thy darkness into light. 

3 " Can a woman's tender care 

u Cease towards the child she 

bare ? 
" Yea, she may forgetful be, 
u Yet will I remember thee. 

4 " Mine is an unchanging love, 
" Higher than the heights above, 
u Deeper than the depths beneath, 
" Free and faithful, strong as 

death. 

5 " Thou shalt see my glory soon, 
M When the work of grace is done, 
" Partner of my throne shalt be; 
'•' Sav, poor sinner, lov'st thou 

me?" 

6 Lord, it is my chief complaint, 
That my love is weak and faint; 
Yet I love thee, and adore, 

Oh for grace to love thee more! 

416. T. 14. 

A EACH me yet more of thy 
blest ways, 
Thou slaughtered Lamb of God ! 
And fix and root me in the grace 
So dearly bought with blood. 

2 O tell me often of each wound, 
Of ev'ry grief an d pain ; 
Andletmy heart withjoy confess, 
From hence comes all my gain. 

3 For thee, O may I freely count 
Whate'er I have but loss ; 

And ev'ry name, and ev'ry thing, 
Compar'd with thee, but dross. 

4 Engrave this deeply in my heart, 
That thou for me wast slain-, 



Then shall I, in my small degree, 

Return thy love again. 

5 But who can pay that mighty 

debt, 
Or equal love like thine ? 
My heart, by nature cold and 
To thankfulness incline. [dead, 

417.* T. 232. 

JESUS, I love thee fervently! 
As thou upon th' accursed tree 
Wast slain for my transgression : 
I'm glad, and grateful tears bedew 
My cheeks, when I in spirit view 
Thy death and bitter passion ! 
This gives the impulse, Lord, 

that I 

In truth can love thee heartily, 

My love to thee thou kno west best; 

But yet defective 'tis confest; 

Thou highest Goodl 

Thy precious blood — that cleans- 
ing flood, 

Claims that my love more ardent 
glow'd. 

418.* T. 58. 

1 HEY who devoted are to out 
dear Lord, 
And who believe in his most 

precious word, 
Foll'wing the example 
Of Christ their Saviour, 
In all their actions, words, and 
whole behaviour, 

Show love to him. 

419.* T. 228. 

\> HAT causeth me to mourn, 

is this : 
My warmest love not equal is 
To my heart's inclination ; 
The more I love, the more I feel, 
I should far better love thee still, 
Thou God of my salvation! 
Grant me — daily 
More to savor — of thy favor, 
Grace and blessing; 
Thus my love will be increasing*. 



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XXIII. Of Brotherly Love and Union of Spirit. 



420.* T. 11. 

A HEY who Jesus' foll'wers are, 
And enjo}' his Shepherd-care, 
By a mutual, hearty love 
Their belief in Jesus prove. 

2 From their being- join'd in one, 
By the faith of God's dear Son, 
Boundless blessings they receive, 
And to Christ desire to live. 

3 Xone in his own wisdom trusts, 
None of his' attainments boasts, 
Each his brother doth esteem, 
And himself the meanest deem. 

4 They're delighted, when they all 
With one voice on Jesus call ; 
And when fitly, without strife, 
Each his duty doth in life. 

5 Meek they are to all mankind, 
To good offices inclin'd, 
Ready, when reviPd, to bless, 
Studious of the public peace. 

6 Tender pity, love sincere 
To their enemies they bear ; 
And, as Christ affords them light, 
Order all their steps aright. 

7 Jesus, all our souls inspire, 
Fill us with love's sacred fire, 
Thus will all in us perceive 
That we in thy name believe. 

8 May it to the world appear, 
That we thy disciples are, 
By our loving mutually, 

By our being one in thee. 

421. T. 22. 

JtJ EHOLD us, Lord, rough stones 

we are, 
Yet for thy building us prepare; 
Reject not one of us, we pray, 
Thy Spirit's voice may we obey. 

3 O may thy flock still more in- 
crease 
In mutual love, and perfect peace ; 



In harmony- with fervent zeal, 
Serve thee, and do thy holy will. 

3 Lord, grant us a forgiving mind, 
To patience and to peace inclin'd, 
That we may with each other bear; 
To cherish love be all our care. 

4 Tender compassion may we 
show, [woe, 

Share in each other's weal and 
AVith those who joyful are, rejoice,. 
And with the weeping sympathize. 

5 At all times may we ready be, 
As far as our ability 

Permits us, to relieve the want 
Of all the poor and indigent. 

6 Yea, this be our concern, to 
seek 

In nothing to offend the weak, 
But bear with their infirmities, 
And thus preserve the bond of 
peace. 

7 Grant us in meekness to reclaim 
Those who have been in aught to 

blame, 
Mindful that we, as well as they, 
Are liable from thee to stray. 

8 May we, tho' gifts be manifold, 
As members of one body, hold 
One doctrine, and be ever led 
By thee, our Master, Lord, and 

Head. 

9 O make us quite conform'd to 
thee, 

And grant us true humility, 
That we, supported by thy grace, 
May in our walk show forth thy 
praise. 

422. T. 14. 

O LET thy love our hearts con- 
Jesus, thou God of love; [strain, 
The bond of peace let us maintain, 
All discord far remove. 



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2 Us into closest union draw, 
And in our inward parts 
Write thou indelibly thy law; 
Let iove pervade our hearts. 

o Who would not now pursue the 

way 
Where Jesus' footsteps shine ? 
Who would not own the pleasing 
Of charity divine? [sway 

4 United firmly by thy grace, 
W r e shall thy folPwers prove; 
The frowning* world must then 

confess : 
u See how these christians love!" 

423. T. 11. 

C HERISH us with kindest care, 
Jesus, we thy brethren are, 
Of thy flesh and of thy bone; 
To the end O love thine own. 

2 As our Head us move and guide, 
Divers gifts to each divide; 
Plac'd according to thy will, 
Let us all thy mind fulfil. 

3 Sweetly may we all agree, 
Useful'to each other be, 
Each the other's burden bear, 
In his weal and woe take share. 

4 If one member honor'd be, 
All rejoice most heartily ; 

If one suffers, all a part 
Bear with sympathizing heart. 

5 Closely join'd to thee, our Head, 
Nourished by thee and fed, 

Let us daily growth receive, 
And with thee in union live. 

424. T. 11. 

J ESUS, we look up to thee, 
Let us in thy name agree; 
Thou, who art the Prince of peace, 
Bid contention ever cease. 

2 By thy reconciling love 
Ev'ry stumbling-block remove: 
Lord, us all in thee unite, 
To enjoy thy saving light. 



3 Make us all one heart and mind, 
Courteous, merciful, and kind, 
Lowly, meekin thought andword, 
As thou wast on earth, O Lord. 

4 Let us for each other care, 
Each the other's burden bear j 
In our conduct patterns be 
Of unfeign'd humility. 

425.* T. 155. 

NEVER yet hath in this world 

Love that highest pitch attained, 

Tho' unfeigned, 

That it could compared be, 

Reas'nably, 

To that love our blest Creator 

Show'd unto his rebel creature, 

While as yet his enemy. 

2 Ah! behold the Son of God! 
Who for those that crucify'd him. 
And deny'd him, 

('Mongst whom, to my grief and 
Stands my name) [shame, 

Pardon from his Father craveth, 
Yea, ev'n his tormentors saveth; 
This iiis love is still the same. 

3 For our brethren we should too, 
To lay down our lives be willing, 
Thus fulfilling 

What he of his flock desires, 
Yea, requires ; 

But, with all his flow'ry speeches, 
Man in vain this lesson teaches, 
Till God's love the soul inspires. 

4 Brethren, would you please the 
Lord, 

Copy then, in your behaviour, 
Him your Saviour ; 
That you're his, the world will 
Then alone, [own 

When, preferring each his brother, 
Ye show love to one another; 
Thus are his disciples known. 

5 Yet the warmest mutual love, 
That to brethren you're possess- 
By his blessing, [ing 
When compared with his love, 



144 Of Brotherly Love and Union of Spirit. 



Weak doth prove ; 

For, to save us from damnation, 

By becoming' our oblation, 

Love immense our God did move. 

426.* T. 167. 

X LOCK of Jesus, be united, 
Covenant with him anew 
By his love divine excited, 
Praise and serve him as 'tis due : 
O that nothing 1 whatsoever 
May relax this blessed tie; 
In thy love, most gracious Saviour, 
Grant us all stability. 

2 AVith love's ardor to be fired, 
^Be our aim continually, 

So that, should it be required, 
For the brethren we could die: 
O what boundless love did Jesus 
To his enemies display ! 
May his holy pattern teach us, 
How love ought to bear the sway. 

3 O that we, his steps to follow, 
'Midst affliction, scorn and spite, 
And his sacred name to hallow, 
Did each other more excite! 
Ev'ry one stir up his brother 

To keep Jesus still in view, 
Thus encouraging" each other 
His example to pursue. 

4 Then the souls he join'd togeth- 
Will, according to his pray'r, [er, 
Be accepted of his Father, 

And his kind protection share: 
As thou art with him united, 
Lord, may we be one in thee, 
And by genuine love excited, 
Serve each other willingly. 

427.* T. 22. 

JL H' enjoyment of Christ's flesh 
and blood, 

Which is on earth our highest 
good, 

His members closely should unite, 

And them to mutual love excite. 

2 Love he most strongly did en- 
force, 

Just ere he finished his course; 



For love most fervently he prayM, 
Before in death he bow'd his head. 

3 O that the Lord could quite 
fulfil 

In us his testament and will ! 
To love each other we desire; 
Come, sacred love, our hearts in- 
spire. 

4 We join together heart and 
hand, [land; 

To walk towards the promis'd 
For his appearance may with care 
Each member day and night pre- 
pare. 

5 Till we the Lor dour Righteous- 
ness, 

Shall see in glory face to face, 
Till we shall see the Lamb once 

slain, 
O may we one in him remain! 

428.* T. 14. 

XlOW pleasant is love's har- 
mony, 
When brethren truly dwell 
Together in heart's unity, 
And cordial friendship feel. 

2 Lord Jesus, in that very night 
Ere thou didst bleed and die, 
Thou didst with thy disciples urge 
Love's ever sacred tie. 

3 Remind thy little flock, too apt 
Among themselves to jar, 

That all thy members' unity 
Was ev'n thy dying care. 

•i May we this testament fulfil, 
One mind and spirit be, 
And love with unremitting zeal 
Each other ferventlv. 



429. 



T. 147 



Jehovah : holy Lamb, 

Christ, who our hearts hast fired 
AVith love, by thee inspired, 
We praise thy saving name. 
Thou giv'st us crowns of glory, 
Which are not transitory, 



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Thou, who our flesh and blood 
Assumedst, Lamb of God! 

2 Thou art the loveliest, 
Our only joy and treasure, 

Our hearts' delight and pleasure, 
As long" as love shall last : 
And love shall ever flourish, 
Tho' all tliing-s else must perish, 
As God himself exprest, 
Thou art the loveliest! 

3 How fast can love-cords bind! 
Thou by thy love hast bound us, 
E'er since thy mercy found us, 
Thou Shepherd, ever kind! 

O let us taste thy favor, 
And thy rich bounty savor, 
We're closely to tbeejoin'd, 
How fast can love-cords bind! 

4 O boundless love and grace ! 
When we shall sing Christ's 

praises 
Above in heav'nly places, 
Our voice we'll higher raise. 
As Shepherd he will feed us, 
Support, protect, and lead us, 
Till we shall see his face, 
O boundless love and grace! 

5 The elders' holy choir, 
Who are in the Lamb's presence, 
And pay him their obeisance, 
Cast down their crowns' attire: 
We j oin their adoration 

And praise him with prostration, 
'Fore him we humbly fall, 
He is our All in all. 

6 Thanks, wisdom, majesty, 
His ransom'd congregation 
Brings to him for salvation, 
And for love's unity. 

The Lamb, who did deliver 
Our souls, be prais'd for ever ; 
Blessing and honor be 
To him et email v. 



430.* T. 124. 

O IX love what stores of grace 

Are contained ! 

By this band our covenant 

Is maintained; 

They who strangers are to love 

Move our pity, 

Love makes living weighty. 

2 He, who is to Jesus Christ 

Quite resigned, 

And to walk his blessed ways 

Is inclined, 

On his path, by love constraiird, 

Firmly treadeth, 

And straight on proceedeth. 

431. T. 165. 

J ESUS, grant me to inherit, 
Strengthen'd by thy aiding grace, 
Thro' the guidance of thy Spirit, 
All the fruits of righteousness. 
Grant me true humility, 
Faith and zeal to live for thee; 
To mankind O make me gracious, 
To my friends and foes propitious. 

2 Give me grace in all conditions 
Firmly to adhere to thee; 
And, 'midst all the exhibitions 
Of thy boundless love to me, 
To let my poor neighbors share 
In my plenty, and my pray'r ; 
By thy love to me imparted 
Make me always tender-hearted. 

432. T. 159. 

YV E in one covenant are join'd, 
And one in Jesus are; 
With voices and with hearts com- 

bin'd, 
His praise we will declare : 
In doctrine and in practice one, 
We'll love and serve the Lord 
alone ; [praise, 

With one accord sound forth his 
Till we shall see his face. 



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XXIV. Of following Jesus, and bearing his Reproach. 

433.* T. 230. 

J ESUS, Lord most great and 
glorious, 



[torious, 
Reward and Crown of the vic- 
Restorer of lost Paradise: 
We appear with supplication, 
Before thee, God of our salvation, 
And send to thee our fervent cries : 
O Lord, our Righteousness! 
'Tis thy delight to bless, 
We desire it ; 
Come then, for we — belong to 

thee, 
And bless us inexpressibly. 

2 O thou Well-spring of salvation! 
We thee in treat, to form and fash- 
ion 

Us all according to thy mind. 

We, by nature spoil'd and marred, 

Were from that happy life debar- 
red, 

Which in thy fellowship we find: 

By thy almighty pow'r 

Support us evermore, 

Thou life's Fountain! 

Without thy aid — we can't pro- 
ceed, 

Be thou our help in time of need. 

3 Blessed are the poor in spirit, 
They shall the realm of heav'n 

inherit, [bliss ; 

Free grace is theirs, and endless 
While all those who place reliance 
On their own works, and bid de- 
fiance 
To grace, will of salvation miss. 
O may we all of thee 
Learn true humility, 
Lowly Jesus, 

May we despise — all earthly joys, 
For thee, the Pearl of greatest 
price. 

4 They that mourn, blest is their 
station, 

They find abundant consolation, 



Since Jesus first that path did 

tread; 
He prevailed while he suffer'd, 
And now to us that cup is offer'd, 
By which himself was perfected. 
We can in no respect 
Here constant joy expect, 
Here is weeping; 
At the Lamb's feast — is perfect 

rest, 
Here, is a vale of tear3 at best. 

5 Blessed are the meek in spirit, 
They shall, saith Christ, the earth 

inherit; [here; 

Their life is hid with him while 
Yet they, by then* conversation, 
Afford a striking demonstration, 
That they in Christ true riches 

share; 
And as the Lamb of God 
The greatest meekness show'd, 
His disciples 

His path pursue, — and as 'tis due 
Show in their conduct meekness 

too. 

6 Blessed, who without cessation 
Hunger and thirst for that salva- 
tion, [righteousness ; 

Winch flows from Christ's pure 
They are fill'd and satisfied, 
With richest dainties are supplied, 
Who long and pant for saving 

grace. 
Christ's body and his blood 
Prove their life-giving food, 
Thereby nourish' d, 
From year to year — they thrive, 

and bear [are. 

Fruits that to him well-pleasing 

7 All the merciful are blessed, 
For they, when in their turn dis- 
tressed, 

Shall mercy find most certainly 
Water to the poor afforded 
Is as an act of love recorded, 



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And is rewarded gen'rously. 
Who to the indigent 
Doth -prove beneficent, 
He is blessed; 

But wo to them — who scorn the 

same; [name. 

For God remembers not their 

8 All the pure in heart are blessed, 
Of joys unspeakable possessed, 
They shall behold their God in 

peace. 
They who faithful have remained 
To Jesus, and preserv'd unstained 
The garment of his righteousness, 
Shall once obtain the grace, 
To see him face to face : 
I intreat thee, 
Impart to me — that purity, 
Dear Jesus, which I trace in thee. 

9 They are objects of God's favor, 
Who always faithfully endeavor, 
Peace 'mongst their neighbors to 

maintain ; 
As his children them he owneth, 
He with success their labor crown - 

eth, [gain. 

Such souls the choicest blessings 
Love is the character 
Of each true follower 
Of our Saviour; [w^ays 

May he thro' grace — make us al- 
Intent upon promoting peace. 

10 Blest are they who suffer gladly 
For doing good and living godly, 
Who Jesus for their pattern take: 
Yea, who bear their cross with 

meekness, [weakness, 

Suff'ring with patience, 'midst all 
And earthly joys for him forsake; 
For Jesus' help and love 
Their consolation prove ; 
They who freely 
For him will bear — reproach, 

while here, 
At last shall in his glory share. 

11 Blest are they who are de- 
spised, 

In scornful manner stigmatized, 



And for their Saviour's sake de- 

fam'd; 
As the bride deems it an honor 
To take the bridegroom's name 

upon her, 
Should we of Jesus be asham'd? 
Far, far be this from us, 
Welcome reproach and cross ! 
We are Christians, [fully, 

Who follow thee, — Lord, cheer- 
Thro' honor, and thro' infamy. 

12 Gracious Lord, who by thy 
passion [tion, 

And death hast gained our salva- 
O may we all thy name confess : 
May we be by faith united 
To thee, who hast us all invited 
To share eternal happiness. 
Constrain us by thy love, 
In all we do to prove 
Faithful follVers, 
Dear Lord, of thee; — and grant 

that we 
May ever love thee ardently. 

43*.* T. 11. 

HOLY Lamb and Prince of 

peace, 
Hear my soul implore thy grace : 
Let me, thro' thy pow'r divine, 
In thy lamb-like meekness shine. 

2 Grant, that faithfully I may 
As a lamb thy voice obey; 
Valiant, steadfast, may my love 
In the hardest trials prove. 

3 Keep thou me, a feeble child, 
Sober, watchful, undefil'd; 
That where'er thy steps I see 
Simply I may follow thee. 

4 TJioiij the great victorious 
Lamb, 

Who all hosts of hell o'ercame, 
Grant, that by thy blood I may 
Conqu'ror be till thy great day. 

5 When thou shalt on Zion stand, 
May I be at thy right hand; 
Clothed in the glorious dress 

Of thy spotless righteousness. 



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435. T. 596. 

O TELL me no more 

Of this world's vain store; — The 

time for such trifles with me 

now is o'er. 

2 A country I've found, 
Where true joys abound; — To 

dwell I'm determin'd on that 
happy ground. 

3 The souls that believe, 

In Paradise live : — And me in that 
number will Jesus receive. 

4 My soul, don't delay, 

He calls thee away ! — Rise, follow 
thy Saviour, and bless the glad 
day. 

5 No mortal doth know 

What he can bestow, — What 
light, strength and comfort; 
Go, follow him, go! 

6 Perhaps, with the aim 

To honor his name, — I may do 
some service, poor dust tho' 
I am. 

7 Yet this is confest, 

I count it most blest, — As art the 
beginning, in him to find rest. 

8 And when I'm to die, 

" Receive me," I'll cry,—" For 
life everlasting thou for me 
didst buy." 

9 So closely in mind 

To Jesus I'm join'd, — He'll not 
live in glory and leave me be- 
hind. 

10 Lo, thi9 is the race 

I'm running thro' grace, — Hence- 
forth, till admitted to see my 
Lord's face. 

436.* T. 26. 

IjORD Jesus, 'tis with us thy 
aim, [thine, 

That soul and body should be 
O take our hearts, and us incline 
To be devoted to thy name. 



2 What love can be compar'd 
with thine! 

Who hath to us so just a claim 
As thou, who didst our souls re- 
deem 
And for us leave thy throne divine! 

3 Go, all ye wise, without control 
Your empty notions still pursue; 
Jesus alone I have in view*, 

This pow'rful magnet draws my 
soul. 

4 A subject I of Christ my King, 
And tho' I poor and helpless be, 
Yet all around shall plainly see 
My Saviour is my ev'ry thing. 

5 Thee I adore, most gracious 
Lord, [be 

Grant that my walk in truth may 
At all times pleasing unto thee, 
Directed by thy holy word. 

6 My King, thy noble statutes 
write 

Upon the table of my heart, 
Thy grace and truth to me impart, 
And let thy law be my delight. 

43T\* T. 56. 

BLESSED Jesus :<: all our hearts 

incline 
Thee to follow, :|: where thy foot- 
steps shine ; 
At all times, and ev'ry where, 
May our words and actions bear 
A resemblance, :J: gracious Lord, 
to thine. 

438.* T. S3. 

JESUS Christ, thou Leading- 
star, [hallow; 
Thy great name we praise and 
From believers be it far 
Any other guide to follow : 
Thou, Lord, if we walk in light, 
Wilt direct our steps aright. 

2 Christians are not here below 
To enjoy earth's transient treas- 
ure; 



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After Christ they're call'd to go, 
His reproach they count a pleas - 
Under manifold distress, [ure; 
Thro' the narrow gate they press. 

439. T. 26. 

ThOU meek and patient Lamb 
of God, [see, 

Who can by faith thy sufPrings 
And not devote himself to thee, 
His life, and ev'ry drop of blood! 

2 Thy dying love doth justly 

claim 
That I should live unto thy praise, 
Yea, gladly share in thy disgrace, 
And suffer freely for thy name. 

440, T. 22. 

IF father, mother, children, wife, 
Houses, or lands, or aught in life, 
Delude thy heart, that thou desist 
From faith and love to Jesus 
Christ; 

2 His words with due attention 
hear: 

" My cross whoever will not bear, 
And all forsake to follow me, 
He cannot my disciple be." 

3 First let us duly count the cost, 
And then in Jesus place our trust, 
If we on him alone depend, 

He 'midst all trials proves our 
Friend. 

4 If once the plough in hand we 
take, 

Preserve us, Lord, from looking 

back: 
O let us, thro' thy aiding grace, 
Pursue,Qur course with steadiness . 

5 On those who faithful prove to 
death, 

And show by works of love their 

faith, 
A crown of life thou once wilt 

place, 
Before thv Father them confess. 

N 



441.* T. 90. 

"MYyoke,"saith Christ," upon 

you take, 
Serve me, amidst oppression ; 
The worldand allits joys forsake, 
And shun no tribulation : 
Come, follow me, and humbly 

bear [share." 

My cross, and in my suff'rings 

2 Then let us follow Christ our 

Lord, 
Both soul and body off'ring, 
Be cheerfully, with one accord, 
Partakers of his suff 'ring ; 
For they who show true faithful- 
ness, 
Shall gain a rich reward of grace. 

442. T. 243. 

AMIDST tribulation, 
We follow our Saviour, 
Whose name and profession 
We'll honor for ever, 
His shame we bear, — and gladly 
share. 

2 We in ev'ry nation 
Will boldly confess him, 
Make known his salvation, 
Yea, serve him and bless him, 
And him adore — for evermore. 

3 Our Lord contradiction 
Of sinners endured; 
Him, 'midst all affliction, 
We follow, assured 

That we at last — with him shall 
rest. 

443.* T, 16. 

C'ROSS, reproach and tribula- 
tion, 
Ye to me are welcome guests, 
When I have this consolation, 
That my soul in Jesus rests. 

2 The reproach of Christ is glo- 
rious, 
Those who here his burden bear, 
In the end shall prove victorious. 
And eternal glorv share. 
2 



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3 Christ, our ever blessed Sa- 
viour, 

Bore for us reproach and shame, 
Now as conqu'ror lives for ever, 
And we conquer in his name. 

4 Bear then the reproach of Jesus, 
Ye, who live a life of faith ; 
Sing* ye joyful songs and praises, 
Ev'n in martyrdom and death. 

5 Bonds, and stripes, and tribu- 
lation, 

Are our honorable crowns ; 
Shame is our glorification, 
Gloomy dungeons are as thrones. 

444. T. 22. 

J ESUS, and shall it ever be, 
A sinful worm asham'd of thee ? 
Forbid it, Lord! thee I confess, 
Before both friends and enemies. 

2 Asham'd of Jesus ! of my God, 
Who purchas'd me with his own 

blood! 
Of him, who to retrieve my loss, 
Despis'd the shame, endur'd the 

cross ! 

3 Asham'd of Jesus ! of that Friend 
On whom my heav'nly hopes de- 
pend! 

It must not be — be this my shame, 
That I not more revere his name! 

4 Asham'd of Jesus ! of my Lord, 
By all heav'n's glorious hosts a- 

dor'd! 
No, I will muke my boast of thee, 
In time and in eternity. 

5 And when I stand before thy 
throne, 

Me 'fore thy heav'nly Father own; 
Then shall the holy angels see 
Thee, Jesus, not asham'd of me! 



443.* T. 54. 

THE suff'rings of this life's 
short da}' [play 

Can't be compar'd with that dis- 

Of glory, which God's heirs shall 
prove, 

When they who Jesus truly love 
Shall shine above, 

2 Therefore we'll follow willingly 
Our Saviour in adversity; 
Then, after having surTer'd here, 
We shall in heav'n his glory share, 
Beyond compare. 

446.* T. 58. 

1 O follow Jesus, is his people's 

aim, 
Where'er they go, thro' honor or 

thro' shame, 
They themselves thrice happy 

esteem, if favor 'd 
In his reproach to share, which 
is still savor' d 

With inward joy. 

447.* T. 164. 

JtiOW great at last my joy will 
If I have faithful proved [be, 

To Christ, and 'midst adversity 
Till my last breath him loved. 
They who reproach here bear, 
In heav'n a crown shall wear; 
Who follow Christ are truly blest, 
For they with him shall ever rest. 

448. T. 159. 

VV E covenant with hand and 

heart, 
To follow Cluist our Lord; 
With world, and sin, and self to 
And to obey his word: [part, 
To love each other heartily, 
In truth and in sincerity, 
And under cross, reproach and 
To glorify his name. [shame, 



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Grace. 



449.* T. 22. 

JtIy soul before thee prostrate ! 

lies, [flies ! 

To thee, its Source, my spirit 
O turn to me thy cheering' face, 
I'm poor, enrich me with thy 

grace. 

2 Deeply convinc'd of sin, I cry, 
In thy death, Saviour, let me die; 
O may the world, may self and 

pride 
In me henceforth be crucify'd. 

3 Take full possession of my heart, 
To me thy lowly mind impart, 
Break nature's bonds, and let me 

see, [free. 

He whom thou freest, indeed is 

4 My heart in thee and in thy 
ways [strays ; 

Delights, yet from thy presence 

keep, I pray, my wav'ring" mind 
Stay'd upon thee, to thee resign' d. 

5 1 know, that nought in me avails, 
Here all my strength and wisdom 

fails; 
Who bids a sinful heart be clean ? 
Thou only, Saviour of lost men! 

6 Still will I wait, O Lord, on 
thee, 

Till, in thy light, the light I see; 
Till thou in my behalf appear, 
To banish ev'ry doubt and fear. 

7 All my own schemes, each self 
design, 

1 to thy better will resign ; 
Impress this deeply on my breast, 
That I in thee am truly blest. 

8 Then ev'n in storms I thee shall 
know 

My sure Support, and Refuge too, 
In ev'ry trial I shall prove 
Assuredly, that God is Love. 



450.* T. 121. 

-T OR grace I weep and pant, 
'Tis mercy that 1 want : 
How wretched should I be, 
Did I not Jesus know ! 
Who to deliver me, 
Suffer' d in my stead, 
In a tomb was laid, 
And rose from the dead. 

2 Could even all the love 
In heav'nly hosts above, 
And in the church below, 
At once united prove, 
And in one bosom glow; 
Jesus' love outweighs ; 
Yea, his boundless grace 
Is beyond all praise. 

3 Love is his nature still, 
In me he will fulfil 

His precious thoughts of peace, 
If I am to his will 
Resign'd in ev'ry case; 
Let him do what's best, 
Then, supremely blest, 
I enjoy true rest. 

4 O my Immanuel, 

My wounded spirit heal, 
1 humbly seek thy face; 
Yea, pungent sorrow feel, 
That I've abus'd thy grace, 
Jesus, pardon me, 
May I henceforth be 
Faithful unto thee. 

5 O Lord, thy grace impart, 
Refresh and cheer my heart, 
Thy pard'ning love display, 
For thou my Saviour art; 
To me, poor sinner, say: 

" Thy reproach is mine, 
All my merit's thine, 
Take my peace divine." 

6 I know, that thro' thy grace 
Thou wilt my guilt erase, 



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And banish all my fear ; 
Wilt grant to me thy peace, 
And me with patience bear. 
On me grace bestow, 
Jesus, thee to know, 
Amen, be it so! 

451.* T. 141. 

JL AM a poor sinner, 
This I surely know j 
And if my dear Saviour 
Did not love me so, 
That my soul, his purchase, 
He can ne'er forsake, 
He ere now had taken 
His grace from me back. 

2 Grace, and a sensation 
Of my sinfulness, 

Keep on each occasion 
In me equal pace; 
While I own ashamed, 
M I deserved wrath !" 
I rejoice, reclaimed 
From sin's pow'r, by faith. 

3 Jesus, when thy blessings 
Fill my needy heart, 

Tear and anxious doubtings 
Then from me depart; 
I in thy atonement 
My election trace, 
And rejoice astonish'd, 
At my lot of grace. 

4 Witness true and faithful, 
Christ, the church's Head, 
All is Yea and Amen 
Thou hast promised; 

As I am, so take me 
With my worst and best; 
Ever thine preserve me 
Till with thee I rest. 

5 Now what thou art doing 
I with joy will view, 

For thy tender mercies 

Are each morning new; 

And thou wilt thy promise, 

Lord, fulfil to me, 

'['hat, 'midst all my weakness, 

I thy joy shall be. 



452.* T. 141. 

J ESUS' love unbounded 
Xone can e'er explain; 
Yet, alas, how often 
Do we cause him paki ! 
Even such still grieve him, 
As enjoy his grace, 
And, to him devoted, 
Should show forth his praise, 

2 Lord, thy body's Saviour, 
Comfort us anew, 

Ah, regard our weeping, 
Thy compassion show; 
Pardon our transgressions, 
Hear our fervent cry, 
And our souls and bodies 
Heal and sanctify. 

3 All our days, O Jesus, 
Hallow unto thee, 

May our conversation 
To thy honor be ; 
Let us all experience, 
To the end of days, 
Thy reviving presence 
'Midst thy chosen race. 

433.* T. 30. 

yj MY God, 1 come oppress'd 

with sadness, 
Fill my troubled soul with joy 

and gladness 
In thy salvation; [lation. 

Xo where else I find true conso- 

2 Faithfully thy Spirit me direct- 
ed, [ed ; 

But his warningl have oftneglect- 
Most gracious Saviour, 
Pardon and restore me to thy 
favor. 

3 I confess, O Lord, with deep 
contrition, 

My unfaithfulness, hear my peti- 
Comfort and bless me, [tion ; 

With thy gracious presence now 
refresh me. 

4 O baptize me with thy fire and 
spirit, [merit, 

Grant me, from the fulness of thy. 



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True heart's compunction, 
Primitive love, simplicity and 
unction. 

5 Give me gTace to walk with cir- 
cumspection, 

Keep me from the world's and 
sin's infection, 

That my behaviour 

May adorn thy doctrine, gracious 
Saviour. 

454.* T. 16. 

O WHAT would be my condi- 
tion, 
Did not Jesus stand my Friend! 
But his faithful love and mercy, 
Keep me from all danger screen'd. 

2 Doth howe'er in my frail nature 
Something stir that is not good, 
And might to my soul prove 

hurtful, 
Straight I turn to Jesus' blood, 

3 Straight to Jesus' wounds and 
bruises, 

With believing confidence; 
Thus I always can find shelter 
From sin's baneful influence. 

4 Lamb of God, display the virtue 
Of thy sanctifying blood, 
Overstream with life and blessing 
Us poor sinners 'fore thee bow'd; 

5 Sinners, in ourselves unworthy 
Of the smallest crumb of grace, 
But who dare of boundless mercy 
Boast, to our Redeemer's praise. 

455.* T. 4. 

W E know that we're poor, 

And sinful all o'er, 

In us there's no good, — O cleanse 
us, dear Saviour, in thy pre- 
cious blood. 

2 How wondrous thy love 

And mercy do prove, 

This plainly our faith — Discerns 

by thy agony, passion and 

death. 



3 Lord Jesus, receive 
The thanks we can give; 

O that to thy praise, — Each blood- 
drop within us were hallow'd 
always ! 

4 We all at thy throne 
Xow humbly fall down ; 

Praise to thee, our God, — Be 
brought by us, sinners, re- 
deem'd with thy blood. 

456.* T. 244. 

MS HEX I am conscious truly 
Of my great sinfulness, 
And that so very slowly 
Towards the mark I press ; 
Nought then can comfort me, 
But Jesus' mercy free, 
And that he bore with patience 
My sins upon the tree. 

2 Yea, when I see in spirit 
My Saviour shed his blood, 
That I might life inherit, 
And everlasting good, 
Then I true happiness 
And joy in him possess, 
My eyes with tears flow over 
For heart-felt thankfulness. 

457.* T. 22. 

\\ HILE here on earth we run 

our race, 
We Jesus' love and kindness trace, 
Our faults are more than we can 

tell, 
Yet did his mercy never fail. 

2 When we like wand'ring sheep 
had stray'd, 

His boundless goodness he dis- 
play 'd; [are, 
He sought us, worthless as we 
And took us in his tender care. 

3 Asham'd we own our great de- 
fect, 

And did not Jesus us protect, 
We should be oft depress'd with 

fears, 
While traversing this vale of tears . 



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4 But Jesus' blood and death im- 
part 

True comfort to the needy heart : 

Those who still weak and feeble 
are, 

He kindly in his arms will bear. 

458. T. 119. 

At thy feet :|j: 

At thy pierced feet I lie ; 

Saviour, mark my heart's contri- 

Listen to each broken sigh ; [tion, 

Ah ! refuse not the petition 

Of a sinner conscious he's unclean, 

Full of sin! :|: 

2 Make me clean, i 

My whole nature purify, [tain, 
Cleanse me in that precious foun- 
Which by faith I open'd see, 
Standing on the blissful mountain, 
Where thou bar'st my sin, my 

guilt and shame, 
Slaughter'd Lamb! :f: 

3 Look on me, ;|: 

See each painful wound and sore, 
Thou compassionate Physician, 
Speak the word, my sickness cure, 
Wrest me from the sad condition, 
Into which transgression brought 

my soul; 
Make me whole. :|: 

4 Bid me live, :|: 

Bid a dying sinner live, 
Raise, O raise my drooping spirit; 
Then to thee myself I'll give, 
And, until I heav'n inherit, 
Ev'ry moment in thy service spend, 
Faithful Friend! :|: 

459. T. 14. 

O JESUS, Jesus, my good Lord, 
How wondrous is thy love, 
Thy patience, pity, tenderness, 
Which I each moment prove ! 

2 I once was wholly dead in sin, 
And ignorant of thee, 
And liv'd contentedly therein, 
Nor knew thy love to me. 



3 But thine all-seem g eye then 
view'd, 

And mark'd my ev'ry way, 
Me still in tender love pursu'd, 
Who oft from thee did stray. 

4 YetO! how faithless is my mind, 
How apt to turn aside, 

And wander in its own deceits 
Of reasoning and of pride! 

5 How doth the old corruption 
strive 

And fight to reign again ! 
There's surely not a heart like 

mine, 
So wretched, dark and vain. 

6 Thou Friend of sinners, love me 
The poorest and the worst ; [still, 
Where sin abounded, well I know, 
Thy grace aboundeth most. 

7 Yet let me not thy grace abuse, 
And sin because thou'rt good: 
But let thy love fill me with shame, 
That I so long withstood. 

8 On me, my King, exert thy pow'r, 
Make old things pass away; 
Create all new, draw me to thee, 
Still nearer ev'ry day. 

9 Thou know'st which way to 
rectify 

Each stubborn ill within, 

How to subdue my ev'ry thought # 

And conquer all that's sin. 

10 Chastise me when I do amiss, 
O might no thought arise 
Which is displeasing unto thee; 
Of grace send fresh supplies. 

11 Impress thy wounds upon my 
And all thy bitter pain ; [heart, 
Abide in me for evermore. 

And constant vict'ry gain. 

460. T. 58. 

O LAMB of God, who wast for 

sinners slain, 
That they might pardon, life and 

bliss obtain, 



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Give me to experience thy great 
salvation, 

And in my heart O fix thy habita- 
tion For evermore. 

2 Thou know'st my inmost soul, 
I've nought to boast, 

And without thee should be for 

ever lost ; 
When I am neglectful, thou dost 

reprove me, 
Yet I am well assur'd that thou 

dost love me, 

For thou forgiv'st. 

3 How glad am I that thou so 
gracious art, 

That thou dost bless my sinful, 

worthless heart 
And canst with such patience 

bear my behaviour, 
O wert thou not exactly such a 

Saviour, What should I do! 

461. T. ±51. 

C OME, faithful Shepherd, bind 
With cords of love to thee ! [me 
And evermore remind me 
That thou hast dy'd for me; 
O may thy holy Spirit 
Set this before mine eyes, 
That 1 thy death and merit 
Above all else may prize. 

2 I am of my salvation 
Assured, thro' thy love ; 
Yet, ah, on each occasion 
Might I more faithful prove ! 
Hast thou my sins forgiven, 
Then leaving things behind, 
May I press on to heaven, 
And bear the prize in mind. 

3 Thou, Lord, wilt not forsake 
Tho' I am oft to blame; [me, 
As thy reward, O take me 
Anew, just as I am ; 

Grant me henceforth, dear Sa- 
viour, 
While in this vale of tears, 
To look to thee, and never 
Give wav to anxious fears. 



462. T. 106. 

.A. H, Lord, how apt am I to stray 
From thee! how prone to lust and 

pride! [sway, 

Nature oft strives to bear the 
And turn my heart from thee 

aside; [are 

Yet such vile, wretched sinners 
The objects of thy love and care. 

2 Forbid, O Lord, each vain desire, 
Bind my affections to thy cross ; 
Quench all the sparks of nature's 

fire, 
May I count all for thee but loss : 
Lord Jesus, tear each idol down, 
Thy love within my heart in throne, 

3 O Jesus, wipe away my tears, 
Be unto me a healing balm ; 
Warm thou my heart, dispel my 

fears, 
And speak the tempest to a calm; 
Remove the maladies of sin, 
An din thy blood O wash me clean. 

4 I gladly will show forth thy 
praise, [pow'r, 

If thou wilt gird me with thy 
And sing the glories of thy grace, 
Until my pilgrimage be o'er. 
With hallow'd fire inspire my 

tongue, 
And love shall be my endless song. 

463. T. 22. 

V AIN are all efforts made to> 

trace 
The way to life and happiness, 
Before 'tis on our minds imprest, 
That Jesus is our only rest ! 

2 By my own strength I can't 
procure 

True rest, nor even feel I'm poor ; 
Strive I great comforts to obtain, 
Instead of joy, I've nought but 
pain. 

3 But when He shows me how I 
rove, [and love, 

And court my neighbour's praise 



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How self-will raises discontent 
Against my Saviour's government; 

4 How soon, when Satan tempts, 
I start, 

Pass by convictions in my heart, 
Let my first love and zeal abate, 
Fall, and my very falls forget; 

5 And at the same time lets me 
feel, [still : 

That he hath patience with me 

1 stand asham'd before his face, 
And humbly thank him for his 

grace. 

6 Search out, discover and erase, 
Whatever is not to thy praise, 
All that might an obstruction 

prove 
To thy blest purposes of love. 

7 Complete thy work, my gra- 
cious King, 

My heart into subjection bring; 
Destroy, I pray, the carnal mind, 
And make me quite to thee re- 
sign'd. 

464. T. 22. 

h ROM my own works at last I 

cease, 
For God alone can give me peace; 
Fruitless my toil, and vain my care, 
Of my own strength 1 must despair. 

2 Lord, I despair myself to heal, 
I see my sin, but cannot feel 
True sorrow, till thy Spirit show 
My unbelief, the source of woe. 

3 ? Tis thine alone to change the 
heart, [part, 

Thou only canst good gifts im- 
T therefore will my heart resign 
To thee, O cleanse and seal it thine! 

4 With humble faith on thee I call, 
My Light, my Life, my Lord, my 

All; 
I wait, O Lord, to hear thee say, 
" My blood hath wash'd thy sins 

away." 



5 Speak, gracious Lord, my sick- 
ness cure, 

Make my infected nature pure; 

Peace, righteousness, and joy im- 
part, 

And give thyself unto my heart. 

460. T. 106. 

JESUS, could I always keep 
My eye on thee, the living way, 

1 then, tho' once a wan d'ring sheep, 
Should no more err, or run astray; 
But wheresoe'er thou goest, I 
Should follow thee, not asking 

why. 

2 O that I never might forget, 
What thou hast suffer'd for my 

sake, [meet 

To save my soul, and make me 
Once of thy glory to partake: 
O might 1 oft in spirit see 
How thou wast crucify'd for me. 

3 But, gracious Lord, when I re- 
flect [thee; 

How oft I've turn'd my eye from 
How treated thee with cold ne- 
glect, 
And listen'd to the enemy ; 
And yet to find thee still the same, 
This fills my soul with humble 
shame. 

4 Astonish'd at thy feet I fall, 
Thy love exceeds my highest 

thought; 
Henceforth be thou my All in all, 
Thou who with blood my soul 

hast bought: 
May I henceforth more faithful 

prove, 
And ne'er forget thy dying love. 

466. T. 580. 

> V HEN, having been with guilt 

opprest, 
My wand'ring spirit findeth rest 
Thro* Jesus' pard'ning grace; 
Then I by faith can call him mine, 
My needy soul doth then incline 
To be in Mary's happy place. 



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2 My pray'r is : " Jesus, let me 
hear [cheer 

Thy voice, which can instruct and 
My poor and worthless heart; 
For should I cease thy words t' o- 
bey, [stray, 

And from thy blessed presence 
Nature would soon its pow'r as- 
sert." 

3 A single eye, a faithful heart, 
Dear Jesus, to thy child impart, 
In ev'ry trying hour; 
Reason's tormenting thoughts 

prevent, 
Still keep my eye on thee intent, 
Till sight my faith and hope o'er- 

pow'r. 

467. T. 22. 

JL ORD Jesus, my most faithful 

Friend, 
Thy aid unto thy child extend 
In each temptation's trying hour, 
That sin may not thy grace o'er- 

pow'r. 

2 That spark enkindled in my 
heart [art 

Remain unquench'd, tho' all the 
Of sin and Satan be combin'd 
To make me leave my matchless 
Friend. 

O let thy Spirit stay with me, 
To groan and speak my wants to 

thee; 
Still let him show my ev'ry need, 
And that in thee I'mhelp'dindeed. 

4 Thy faithfulness I oft have 
prov'd, 

In countless trials quite unmov'd; 
Thy grace alone can me preserve, 
When my frail heart from thee 
would swerve. 

468. T. 14. 

GRACIOUS Redeemer, Lamb 

1 thirst alone for thee, [of God, 
I long t' enjoy thy saving grace, 
And taste thy mercy free. 



O 



2 For mercy, mercy, Lord, I ask, 
This is the total sum : 

Mercy, good Lord, is all my suit, 

let thy mercy come ! 

3 Search me, O God, and know 
my heart, 

Try me, and know each thought; 
On me look down in mercy, Lord, 
Whom thou with blood hast 
bought. 

4 My faithless heart, O gracious 
Lord, 

Correct with gentle hand; 
In ev'ry danger help afford, 
Alone I cannot stand. 

5 Without thy favor while 1 live, 
Life but a burden is ; 

Nought else can satisfaction give, 
Experience shows me this. 

6 Haste then, O Lord, to thee I 
pray: 

Impart to me thy grace, 

That when this life is fled away, 

In heav'n I may have place. 

469. T. 96. 

Ah give me, Lord, myself to 

feel, 
My inbred misery reveal : 
Ah give me, Lord, (I still would 

say) 
A heart to mourn, a heart to pray; 
My business this, my only care, 
My life, my ev'ry breath be pray'r. 

2 Father, I want a thankful heart ; 

1 wish to taste how good thou art, 
To plunge into thy mercy's sea, 
And comprehend thy love to me 
More fully with the saints below, 
Till I, as I am known, shall know. 

470. T. 159. 

WlTH what unwearied faithful- 
ness, 
Lord, hast thou followed me! 
Tho' 1, regardless of thy grace, 
In darkness stray'd from thee; 



IBS Of Growth in Self-knowledge, and Sighing for Grace* 

The pride and treach'ry of my 

heart, [smart. 

By which I cause mv Saviour 



How heavy hung the dismalcloud! 
flow did distresses on me crowd! 
And I, despairing* of relief, 
In thee had no belief. 

2 But thou, my kind, almighty 

Friend, 
Didst sin's dominion quell; 
My mis'ry and confusion end, 
And ev'ry cloud dispel ; 
One look into thy pierced heart 
Alleviates the keenest smart, 
There mercy without bounds, I 
Is moving" ev'n for me. [see, 

471. T. 159. 

jYl Y case to thee is fully known, 
On thee I cast my care, 
Dear Saviour, that thy will be 
In me, is all my pray'r ; [done 

may I harbor in my breast 

No thought that cannot bear the 
test, [light, 

When thou discover'st, by thy 
To me what is not right. 

2 Reality and solid ground, 

Firm root in thee to gain ; 

To feel, thy precious blood hath 

drown'd 
Whatever gives thee pain; 
'Tis this I want, nor can 1 be 
Content, till I am one with thee, 
Until my life is hid in thine, 
Till thou art wholly mine. 

472. T. 14. 

1 KNOW the weakness of my 
But Jesus is my stay, [soul, 
My kind Redeemer hath engag'd 
To lead me in his way. 

2 For ever he abides the same, 
Tho' I to change am prone ; 
My welfare always he promotes, 
Who chose me for his own. 

473. T. 22. 

1 HE more of Jesus' love I see, 
'yht more I know the misery, 



2 Long this was from my sight 
conceal'd, 

Till by the Spirit's light reveal'd, 

Which shows God's love and Je- 
sus' grace, . peace. 

And fills my troubled heart with 

474 ? * T, 97. 

WHATE'ERI am, whate'er I do, 
'Tis grace I must ascribe it to; 
This can alone my heart preserve; 
For I'm so liable to swerve, 
That ev'n the grace which thou 

to-day bestow'st, 
If not renew'd, to-morrow might 

be lost. 

475. T. 090. 

A HE worst of evils we can name 
Is an unfaithful heart; 
May none of us to our dear Lord 
Thereby cause pungent smart; 
Our human frailty need not lead 
Our souls from him astray; 
For he the needful strength im- 
parts 
To walk the narrow way. 

476.* T. 590. 

Jb EAR not, without reserve dis- 
close 

The fest'ring sores of sin ; 

Your case the Lord your Healer 
knows, 

His blood can wash you clean ; 

There is a balm in Gilead, 

To cure the sin-sick soul ; 

None e'er to Christ for refuge fled 

But was by him made whole. 

477.* T. 214. 

TlIOUGH by nature I'm defiled, 
Jesus' blood hath made me clean : 
He my sin-sick soul hath healed, 
And whate'er doth still remain 
Of my former sad condition, 



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He alleviates when I cry, 
Yea, to sooth my pain is nigh: 
Lord, remain my kind Physician, 
I, thy patient, then am sure 
Thou wilt work a thorough cure. 

478. T. 97. 

O LAMB of God for sinners 

slain, 
Our souls from mis'ry to regain, 
How blest are they, who truly see 
Their weakness, who derive from 

thee 



The mercies which thou freely dost 

dispense, [fidence ! 

And look to thee with filial con- 

479.* T. 79. 

JLoRD, shouldst thou be in- 
duced 
To ask, how we have used 
Thy precious gifts and grace, 
And into judgment enter 
With us, we durst not venture 
To plead: our faults are num- 
berless. 



XXVI. Of Sanetification. 



480.* T. 58. 

L HE Lamb of God, who saves 

us by his death, 
Is made unto us holiness by faith; 
None besides avail eth, since our 

Creator 
Became a man, assuming' our 

frail nature, To ransom us. 

2 To Jesus Christ is due eternal 
praise, 

For our high calling in these gos- 
pel days; 

What divine enjoyment and con- 
solation [carnation 

Do we now gain from Jesus' in- 
And bitter death ! 

3 If we in Jesus' saving name be- 
lieve, [receive; 

And pardon of our sins from him 
With his blood besprinkled, and 

cleansed truly, 
In soul and body we are render'd 

holy, And have his mind. 

4 And thus by faith we live, and 
yet not we, 

But Christ lives in us so effectuallv, 
That, by him renewed and actuat- 
ed, [created, 
We are in him unto good works 
And grow in grace. 



481.* T. 126. 

1 HIS yields true joy and pleas- 
ure 

To Christ, when with one voice 

His people in their measure 

Exalt his sacrifice, 

And praise him for the wounds 
which he 

Receiv'd for our redemption 

Upon th' accursed tree. 

2 Of his complete salvation 
We witness here below, 
And gladly make confession, 
Resolv'd nought else to know. 
God in his wisdom did ordain, 
That lost, repenting sinners 
His righteousness should gain. 

3 Xo holiness availeth 
With God, but this alone; 
The Holy Spirit sealeth 
This truth, that in the Son 
By faith we're freely justify'd, 
And gain sanetification, 
Because for us he dy'd. 

482.* T. 22. 

J ESUS, the church's Lord and 

Head! 
O mightst thou o'er thy flock be 

( 



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Whom thou, while sinners, by thy j 

blood [to God. ! 

Hast ransom'd and brought nigh i 

2 Since thou our wretched, lost j 
estate 

In mercy didst commiserate, 
And feeble flesh and blood assume, 
To save us from the wrath to come; 

3 We are, if we in thee believe 
And from thy fulness grace re- 
ceive, 

Cleansed and sanctify'd by thee, 
And serve thy name acceptably. 

4 Renew'd in heart, we're then in- 
clin'd 

To live according to thy mind, 
Can we do good — with cheerful- 
ness 
\Ve do it, and give thee the praise. 

5 Whatever honors thee our Lord, 
What's called virtue in thy word, 
Is honest, lovely, pure and just, 
Vy\ faith in thee is then pro due 'd. 

6 Preserve, O Lord, our garments 
pure, 

Keep us from ev'ry harm secure; 

Our members render, thro' thy 

grace, [ness. 

Blest instruments of righteous- 

7 May spirit, soul and body be 
A pleasing sacrifice to thee; 
Thy name we bear, our hearts 

thou know'st, 
In thee alone we place our trust. 

483.* T. 11. 

PRAISE to Christ, the Son of 

God! 
Who assum'dour flesh and blood, 
Since he death for us endur'd, 
And eternal life procur'd. 

2 When we see our names enroll'd 
'Mongst the sheep of Jesus' fold, 
Wond'ring, we ourselves confess 
Undeserving of such grace. 

3 And when we explore the end, 
Whv our Lord would condescend 



To assume humanity, 
Us thereby to sanctify : 

4 And reflect on all the pain, 
Which for us he did sustain, 
On his labors, sorrows, cares, 
On his tears, and fervent pray'rs ; 

5 Poverty, and ev'ry want 
To our nature incident, 
Which he bore, and which for us 
Are all meritorious; 

6 Then, thro' his enabling grace, 
We with joy can run our race, 
While we lum in mem'ry bear, 
Who was tempted as we are, 

7 Yea, 'midst failings number- 
less, 

We rejoice that we are his ; 
And if we his word obey, 
Each of us may cleanse his way. 

8 Tho' the outward mark and 
scar 

Of the fall doth still appear, 
Yet we're freed from sin's hard 
yoke, [broke. 

Since our bonds and chains he 

9 Mighty God, we humbly pray: 
Carry thy victorious sway 

In the flesh to such a length, 
That we gain thy godlike strength . 

10 Grant, that all of us may prove, 
By obedience, faith, and love, 
That our hearts to thee are giv'n, 
That our treasure is in heav'n. 

484.* T. 14. 

XX OW can a sinner here below 
Be pleasing unto God ? 
By his own righteousness ? — O no: 
Alone thro' Jesus' blood. 

2 If any tiling in us appears 
Unlike to Jesus' mind, 

To own it with repenting tears, 
Ah, may we be inclin'd! 

3 A child of God for ever pants 
More like his Lord to be; 



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Tho' with conviction still he 

grants, 
That none is good but He. 

4 Oft as in spirit Christ he views, 
This is his humble cry, 

Which he continually renews : 
" As thou wast, O were 1!" 

5 " Whate'er is carnal, thro' thy 
In me be mortify'd; [grace 
Thus clothed in thy righteousness 

1 shall in thee abide." 

485.* T. 185, 

H.E who striveth for sanctifica- 
And is unrenew'd in heart, [tion, 
Feeling yet a secret condemna- 
tion, 
Since with sin he still takes part ; 
He who hath not yet in Christ be- 
lieved, [ceived ; 
Pardon in his blood and peace re- 
Hath not found that holiness 
Which adorns a child of grace. 

2 But how happy is the soul that 
cleaveth 

To the Friend of sinners poor ; 

And with humble confidence be- 
lie veth 

" My diseases he can cure;" 

Such a one, tho' e'er so vile by 
nature, 

Tho' throughout a spoil'd and 
wretched creature, 

Mourning on account of sin, 

Is by Jesus' blood made clean. 

486. T. 151. 

WHO, thro' Christ's blood, re- 
mission 
Of all his sins hath gain'd, 
And without intermission 
With Jesus hath remain'd; 
To true sanctification 
Attains thro' Jesus' grace, 
And in his conversation 
Shows forth his matchless praise. 

2 Our pleasure and our duty, 
Tho' opposite before, 





Since we have seen his beauty, 
Are join'd to part no more; 
It is our highest pleasure, 
No less than duty's call, 
To love him beyond measure, 
And serve him with our all. 

487. T. 166. 

A HOU, Jesus ! more than thirty 
In deep humiliation [year's 

Hast liv'd on earth, thy pray'rs 

and tears 
Have purchas'd our salvation; 
Thou hast, till yielding up thy 

breath, 
Unheard-of pains sustained, 
In soul and body felt our death, 
And life for us regained. 

2 O what a privilege is this, 
That man, tho' fall'n by nature, 
May thro' thy grace know what 
To be a happy creature; [it is 
Heal'dby thy stripes and wounds, 

from sin 
And Satan's pow'r released, 
Fill'd with thy love and peace 

within, 
And thus to new life raised ! 

3 Thou chosest us to show thy 
praise 

In all our conversation, 

As witnesses of blood-bought 

grace, 
Each in his call and station : 
This is our cov'nant's only ground 
To yield thee soul and body, 
In life and death to thee we're 

bound, 
And for thy service ready. 

4 How precious are thy thoughts 
of peace 

O'er us, if but attained ! 

O may we steadfast run our race, 

Till we the crown have gained. 

Grant, we may never fall asleep, 

But, in faith persevering, 

Our lamps may always burning 

keep, 
Until thy blest appearing. 
2 



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488.* T. 185. 

VV 1TH new life endow'd by 
Christ our Saviour, 

Might we to this world be dead; 

That great prize to gain be our 
endeavor, 

Purchas'd when for us he bled; 

Filled with his love, may we adore 
him, 

Thinking, speaking, acting, as be- 
fore him, 

Being to his gracious mind 

Ever willingly resign'd. 

2 May we all be ever so disposed 
In our hearts, by day and night, 
As, when this life's period being 

closed, 
We to him shall take our flight ; 
Or as when, releas'd from con- 
demnation, 
We receiv'd the seal of our sal- 
vation, 
And obtained, thro' his blood, 
Happiness and peace with God! 

489. T. 126. 

DRAW nigh to Christ, your 

Brother, 
Let no distrust take place; 
lie's lovely as none other, 
"Draw nigh, receive the grace 
Which flows from his humanity, 
To all who with full purpose 
Like Jesus aim to be. 

2 He's yours, with all his merit, 
If you are truly his ; 

And thus become one spirit 
With him who holy is, 
Who spirit, soul and body heals, 
And is that kind Physician 
Who for his patients feels. 

3 Whoe'er this truth believeth, 
With love to Jesus burns, 
But none its pow'r perceiveth, 
Until to Christ he turns. 

O blessed Jesus ! grant us grace 
To grow into thy likeness, 
And live unto thy praise. 



490.* T. 9fc 

JuORD Jesus, sanctify thou me. 
And make my spirit one with thee; 
Thy body torn with many a wound 
Preserve my soul and body sound. 

2 The blood-sweat trickling down 
thy face, 

My condemnation doth erase; 
Thy cross, thy suff 'rings, and 

thy pain 
My everlasting strength remain. 

3 The water flowing from thy 
side, [wide, 

Which by the spear was open'd 

Shall be my bath; thy precious 

blood [God. 

Cleanse me, and bring me nigh to 

4 Dear Jesus, grant this my re- 
quest, 

Be thou my everlasting rest, 
Protect me by thy saving arm, 
Secure my soul from ev'ry harm. 

491.* T. 102. 

CHRIST crucify ? d! mvsoulbv 

faith 
With thee desires to be united ; 
For, as the purchase of thy death, 
To thy communion I'm invited. 
O hear my petition, and let me 

with thee 
Be crucify'd, Jesus, with all that's 

in me. 

2 O that I might still more enjoy 
The blessed fruits of all thy pas- 
sion; 

Thy merits to my soul apply, 
And let me share thy great salva* 

tion; 
O hear my petition, &c. 

3 Let me in all things conqu'ror 
prove, 

Deliver me from sin's infection ; 
Preserve me in thy sacred love, 
As well in joy as in affliction; 
O hear my petition, &c. 



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163 



493. T. 14. 

X ASK not honor, pomp or praise, 
By worldly men esteem 'd, 

1 wish from sin's deceitful ways 
To feel my soul redeem'd. 

2 I wish, as faithful christians do, 
Dear Lord, to live to thee, 

And by my words and walk to 

show, 
That thou hast dy'd for me. 

3 O grant me, thro 5 thy precious 
blood, 

Thy gospel thus to grace; 
Renew my heart, O Lamb of God, 
Thus shall my works thee praise. 

493. T. 14. 

Besprinkle with thy blood 

my heart, 
O Jesus, Son of God; 
And take away whate'er thy grace 
Hath hitherto withstood. 

2 Earthly affections mortify, 
And carnal nature's strife; 

O may I henceforth only thirst 
For thee, the Well of life. 

3 Waters of life hence may I draw T , 
And never more depart; 

My ardent longing is, O Lord, 
" Fix at this spring my heart." 

4 Alas, with shame I own that oft 
I've turn'd away from thee; 

O let thy work, renew'd to-day, 
Remain eternally. 

494.* T. 580. 

JeSUS, thyself to us reveal, 
Grant, that we may not only feel 
Some dawnings of thy grace, 
But in communion with thee live, 
And daily from thy death derive 
The needful strength to run our 
race. 

2 O let us always think thee near, 
As near unto us as the air 
Which constantly we breathe ; 



Thus will from all we think or do 
To thee unfeigned praises flow; 
For thine we are in life and death. 

3 Jesus, thou fain wouldsthave 

us be [thee ; 

In all things more conform' d to 
We're fill'd with conscious shame. 
And thank thee for thy care and 

love ; 
Thy patience, which we richly 

prove, 
Our heart-felt gratitude doth 

claim. 

495*. T. 237. 

O LORD God Holy Ghost, 
As sure as Christ's I am, 
So sure am I in him 
With thee in close communion ; 
Might my whole walk proclaim 
With Christ a blessed union, 
The pardon'd sinner's frame, 
A mind to his conform'd; 

2 The genuine mind of Christ, 
Proceeding from a heart 
Engaged with his cross, 
Blest theme of meditation! 
Deriving all delight 
From Jesus' great salvation; 
Supported day and night 
With peace and joy divine. 

496. T. 16. 

JeSUS, by thy Holy Spirit 
May we all instructed be; 
Sanctify us by the merit 
Of thy blest humanity. 

2 Grant, that we may love thee 
truly, [sway, 

Lord, our thoughts and actions 
And to ev'ry heart more fully 
Thy atoning pow'r display. 

3 Lead us so that we may honor 
Thee, the Lord our Righteousness, 
And bring fruit to thee, the Do- 
nor 

Of all gospel -truth and grace. 



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497.* T. 23. 

A O that Lord, who unconstrain- 
ed [ed, 
Death's dire pangs for us sustain- 
May we all in our small measure 
Willingly give joy and pleasure. 

2 May our mind and whole be- 
haviour 
Bear resemblance to our Saviour, 
And his sanctifying merit 
Hallow body, soul and spirit. 

498. T. 583. 

L OVE God with all thy heart, 

and sold, and mind; 
To friend and foe be just, and 

true, and kind; 
Be meek and patient, humble, 

sober, chaste; 
In these good ways be constant 

to the last. 

2 And when thou hast done all, 

then humbly cry : 
M An useless, sinful servant, Lord, 

am 1! 
My strength and grace come 

from the Holy Ghost, 
My Saviour's merits are my only 

boast." 

499.* T. 590. 

O THOU, whose human life for 
Bid happiness obtain; [us 

Thou who, expiring on the cross, 
God's image didst regain; 
Once lost it was, but is restor'd 
By thy humanity; 
Under thy shadow, Son of Man, 
'Tis good for man to be! 

500. T. 580. 

JllOW could I bear to be par- 
Of sinful frail humanity, [taker 



Had not the world's almighty 

Maker 
Become a sinless man for me? 
But since my God as sum 'd my 

nature 
I gladly am a human creature; 
For now he takes a part, 
With sympathizing heart, 

In all my smart. 

501.* T. 244. 

.LiORD Jesus, thy atonement 
Be ever new to us ; 
Grant, we may ev'ry moment 
In spirit view thy cross : 
O keep our garments pure 
In the temptation's hour, 
From sin's infatuation 
Preserve us by thy pow'r. 

502.* T. 2.28. 

O JESUS, were we thro' thy 

grace, 
In all respects for m'd to thy praise, 
Like thee in thought and action; 
Hid we but wake and sleep to thee, 
Bear pain and sickness patiently, 
Trusting in thy direction. 
Where'er — we are ; 
Might, dear Saviour, — our beha- 
Thro' thy blessing, [viour, 

Always be to thee well-pleasing. 

503.* T. 580. 

JL HY law, O Lord, be my de-^ 
light, [write 

My gracious King, thy statutes 

In my untoward heart; 

Thy pow'r divine afford me grace 

To love thee, and to walk thy 
ways, 

And never from thee to depart. 



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XXVII. Of Humility. Simplicity, and Growth in Grace. 



504. T.j90. 

O LORD, the contrite sinner's 

Friend, 
Most wretched should I be, 
Did I not know, thy precious 

blood 

^ed for worthless me: 
Nought co/ild console me in dis- 
Or give my soul relief: [tress$ 
When troubles seize my anxious 

breast, 
Nought could appease my grief. 

2 O give me, Jesus, give me still 
My poverty to know; 
Increase my faith ; may I in grace 
And in thy knowledge grow : 
More clearly to me manifest 
The myst'ry of thy cross ; 
And for this precious Pearl may 1 
Count all things else but dross. 

505.* T.22. 

"Y\ HOE-ER in Jesus doth be- 
lieve, [gi y e ; 

To soaring thoughts no room can 

The blessed fellowship * 
Christ, 

And nothing else by him is priz'd. 

2 Reflecting how our Lord and 
Head, 

When ris'n, his foil Vers visited, 
We pray to share that happiness 
Which, without sight, we may 
possess. 

3 Communing with the Lamb of 
God, [bow ? d : 

With heart-felt gratitude we're 

And walk in true humility, 

As Christ's disciples, constantly. 

506.* T. 22. 

31 Y Saviour, that I without thee 
Can nothing do, rejoiceth me: 



For all the grace thou dost bestow, 

1 fain my gratitude would show. 

2 Tho' weak and poor, I am thine 
own ; 

All praise to thee is due alone, 
That thou, when humbly I appear 
'Fore thee, in mercy dra 

3 When pride would stir within 
my breast 

I rind no happiness nor rest; 

But, walking in humility. 

Have perfect r. eace and joy in thee. 

4 O keep me contrite, low and 
poor! .more, 

Thus shall I praise thee ever- 
My self thrice blessed I can call, 

When I am nought, and thou mv 
All. 



507 



T. 14. 



^N ONE God the Father's favor 

share, 
Or heaven's kingdom win, 
But those who little children are, 
And as such enter in. 

2 The high and mighty ones the 
Lord 

Doth from their seats put down ; 
But to the poor doth grace afford, 
And them with blessings crown. 

3 O may I with submissiveness, 
Dear Lord, be taught by thee; 
To thee obedience show thro' 
And learn humility. "grace, 

4 Jesus, I humbly thee implore, 
Grant me thy Spirit's light, 
That he may teach me evermore, 
And guide my steps aright, 

5 A lowly mind impart to me, 
According to my pray'r \ 

Since those who know their pover- 
. Most EBgfe ine near, [ty, 



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6 Thou, who in heaven art ador'd, 
Dost with the contrite dwell, 
Revive the humble by thy word, 
The broken-hearted heal. 

7 Therefore, my soul, delig'ht no 
In this world's vanity; [more 
"Look forward; Jesus hath in store 
Unfading joys for thee. 

8 Lord Jesus Christ, O may lgrow 
In knowledge and in grace ! 
Grant, that in me, while here be- 
low, 

Thy likeness each may trace. 

508.* T. 583. 

X HOSE are partakers of our 

Saviour's grace, 
Who, while his gifts they share 

with thankfulness, 
Glory in their infirmities, and 

boast 
Of nothing but his grace wherein 

they trust. 

2 His loving-kindness those shall 
richly share, 

Who, at a loss, and ready to de- 
spair, [lief, 
Retire in secret, pray him for re- 
And consolation, to assuage their 
grief. 

3 To those the Lord will deign 
his teaching mild, 

Who gladly listen to the meanest 

child, 
And from experience willingly 

allow, 
That they are learners and but 

little know. 

509.* T. 14. 

xi-APPY the man, whose highest 
Is Christ invariably ; [Good 

He shows his love and gratitude 
By true humility. 

2 In weakness pow'r divine he 

gains, 
He dwells in peace and rest; 



And owns with filial confidence : 
" Lord, what thou dost is best." 

3 " For thou art gracious, wise 

and good, 
Thou know'st how help t' afford, 
The time when it should be b«- 

stow'd: 
Thy goodness be ador'd." 

510.* T. 141. 

It O, ye flatt'ring visions, 
Honors, wealth and lusts : 
He who lowly minded 
In our Saviour trusts, 
Rich in grace, is blessed, 
Freed from anxious care; 
For the poor in spirit 
Heaven's kingdom share. 

511.* T. 16. 

VV HEN simplicity we cherish, 
Then the soul is full of light : 
But that light will quickly vanish, 
When of Jesus we lose sight. 

3 He who nought but Christ de- 
sir eth, 
He whom nothing else can cheer 
But the joy which heinspireth, 
Lending to his voice an ear; 

3 Who sincerely loveth Jesus, 
And upon his grace depends; 
Who but willeth what him pleases, 
Simply foll'wing his commands ; 

4 Who to Jesus humbly cleaveth, 
Pays obedience to his word, 
Yea, in closest union liveth 
With our Saviour, Head and Lord; 

5 Who in Jesus Christ abideth, 
And, from self-dependence free, 
In nought else but him confideth: 
Walks in true simplicity. 

6 He who is by Christ directed, 
Trusting the good Shepherd's 

care, 
He is graciously protected, 
And no danger needs to fear. 



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Grant me to keep thee full in view, 
And thy example to pursue. 

2 Thy blood preserve my garments 
clean 

From ev'ry spot and stain of sin : 
As a wise virgin, to prepare 
For meeting' thee, be all my care. 

3 Bestow on me a simple mind, 
To ev'ry hurtful fancy blind; 
Thy meekness, true sincerity, 
And needful wisdom grant to me. 

4 Thou holy, spotless Lamb of 
God, [abode: 

My worthless heart make thy 
O may I in thy image grow, 
And honor thee in all I do. 

514. T. 106. 

A. SINGLE mind to me impart, 
Lord, may I sordid lucre flee, 
Nor set on earthly gain my heart, 
Hate av'rice as idolatry; 
Fix my desires on things above, 
Rich in possession of thy love. 

2 Let neither honors, pomp, nor 
pride, 

Nor this world's gaudy vanity, 
Which draw the soul from thee 

aside, 
Beguile me from simplicity : 
May this my highest honor be, 
To be esteemed, Lord, by thee. 

3 Screen me in each unguarded 
hour, 

Lord, under thy protecting care; 
Preserve me from seduction's 

pow'r, 
Lest fleshly lusts my soul ensnare: 
May I to av'rice, lust and pride 
Say : " Christ destroy'd vou when 

he dy'd." 



512.* T. 184. 

O BLEST condition, happy liv- 
ing, 
Which true simplicity imparts, 
When We to God are wholly given, 
And Jesus' mind rules in our 

hearts ! 
This ev'ry vain imagination 
Casts down, and us subjects to 
grace, [vation 

It shows the ground of our sal- 
To be Christ's blood and right- 
eousness. 

2 That which is by the world 
esteemed, 

A single mind counts vanity ; 
What's innocent by others deem- 
Is shunn'd by true simplicity : [ed, 
Because the love to things terres- 
trial 
We must deny thro' Jesus' grace, 
And, to obtain the prize celestial, 
Cast off* whate'er impedes our race. 

3 The simple heart no care per- 
plexeth 

That robs the world of all content; 
Of envy, which so many vexetb, 
Simplicity is ignorant; [ure, 

And carefully preserves its treas- 
Unrufnedby the worldling's spite; 
If others ask to share this pleasure, 
Simplicity tastes true delight. 

4 O Jesus, God of my salvation, 
Thy single mind to me impart; 
Root out the world's infatuation, 
Tho' it be done with keenest 

smart: [ weary 'd 

Thrice happy they, who tread un- 
The path of true simplicity! 
They as wise virgins are prepared 
To meet the Bridegroom cheer- 
fully. 

013. T. 22. 

MEEK, patient Lamb of God, 

impart [heart; 

Thy meekness to my stubborn 



515. 



T. 15. 



JLORD, grant to me a simple 
By thee may I be guided, [mind, 
And, as thy blessed will design'd, 
Have mv whole course decided. 



168 Of Humility, Simplicity, and Growth in Grace. 

2 With this desire 'fore thee I 
Asham'd of my demerit, [bow, 
Ah, take without exception now, 
My body, soul and spirit. 

516.* T. 208. 

VV OULD we, sinners needy, 
Here on earth already 
Heav'nly joys possess; 
Jesus nought desireth, 
Or of us requireth, 
For our rest and peace, 
But that we — like cliildren be; 
Since he all our wants redresses, 
Soothes all our distresses. 

517.* T. 151. 

AMIDST this world's profane- 
May I thy truth confess ; [ness, 
In prim'tive way and plainness, 
Thy servant be thro' grace; 
Xor fear, nor int'rest ever 
Cause me to turn aside, 
Or my connexion sever 
With thy redeemed bride. 



Cj 



518.* T. 22. 



/HRIST is the Vine, we branches 

are; 
Without him we no fruit can bear : 
For of ourselves we cannot thrive, 
'Tis he who gives us pow'r and 

life. 

2 Lord, thou hast chosen us, that 
we [thee : 

Should bear* well-pleasing fruit to 
O make us fruitful to thy praise; 
Preserve us from all barrenness. 

519. T. 11. 

JESUS, who for me bast dyM, 

Grant, I may in thee abide: 
Set me, Lord, unto thy praise; 
Water me with show'rs of grace. 

2 Make my heart a garden fair, 
Which such pleasant fruit may 
As affords true joy to thee [bear 
And thy Father constantly. 



3 In thy garden here below 
Water me, that I may grow ; 
When all grace to me is giv'n, 
Then transplant me into heav'n. 

520.* T. 167. 

AS the branches are connected 
With the vine, ev'n so thro' grace, 
A close union is effected [ness 
'Twixt the Lord our Righteous - 
And believers, who, tho' feeble, 
Life and pow'r from him derive, 
And thereby are render'd able, 
Bearing fruit, to grow and thrive. 

521.* T. 10. 

W OULD we by our behaviour 
Show that we love our Saviour ; 
He only can instruct us, 
And in the way conduct us. 

2 Thro' his atonement's powers, 
O may we bloom like flowers, 
And by his grace and blessing, 
Bear fruits to him well-pleasing. 

522.* T. 185. 

JL N thy love and knowledge, gra- 
cious Saviour, 
May we more and more abound: 
Thy complete atonement shall 

for ever, 
Of our doctrine be the ground, 
Grant, that all may, in thy word 
believing, [cleaving, 

And to thee the Vine as branches 
Thro' thy Father's nursing care, 
Fruit unto thy honor bear. 



523. 



T. 4. 



JiORDJesus, be near, 

Thou seest us here; 

Unite us in heart: — Dear Lord, 
come and bless <us ; our Broth- 
er thou art. 

2 Soon make us to be 

Well-pleasing to thee; 

'Tis time, and 'tis rig-lit, — To 
bring forth some fruit which 
may yield thee delight. 



Of Resignation, Confidence, &c. 



169 



3 From this very day, 

We will not delay 

To follow the Lamb, — To serve 

him with gladness, and honor 

his name. 

524.* T. 228. 

X HIS one thing needful grant 

to us, 
By faith to view thee on the cross, 



Bleeding for our salvation; 
Then, 'midst all weakness, we in- 
deed 
Shall still from grace to grace 
1 proceed, 

Lord, in thy congregation : 
May none — ground on 
Empty notions — or good motions 
His religion, 
Without pow'r and life's fruition. 



XXVIII. Of Resignation, Confidence, and Patience in 
Tribulation. 



525.* T. 151. 

IS God my strong Salvation? 

No enemy I fear ; 

He hears my supplication, 

Dispelling all my care: 

If he, my Head and Master, 

Defends me from above, 

What pain or what disaster 

Can part me from his love ? 

2 Of this I am persuaded, 
And boast now openly, 

That he, whose love ne'er faded, 

Is always kind tome; 

He aid to me dispenses, 

He stands at my right hand ; 

Yea, when a storm advances, 

'Tis calm at his command. 

3 The ground of my profession 
Is Jesus and his blood; 

He gives me the possession 
Of everlasting Good; 
Myself, and whatsoever 
Is mine, I cannot trust ; 
The gifts of Christ my Saviour 
Remain my only boast. 

4 My Jesus and his merit 
Are all my aim and care ; 
Were he not with my spirit, 
Ah! I should soon despair; 
T' appear 'fore my Creator 
I never could desire, 

He'd to my sinful nature 
Prove a consuming fire. 



5 'Tis Jesus Christ who taketh 
Away sin, death and woe, 
And by his blood he maketh 
Each spot as white as snow; 
Free from that condemnation 
Which sinners else must find, 

I joy in his salvation 
With an embolden'd mind. 

6 His Spirit is the sov'reign 
Possessor of my heart ; 
There he alone shall govern, 
And slavish fear depart; 

He gives his benediction, 
Yea, helpeth me to cry 
Abba, when in affliction, 
With child-like fervency. 

7 His Spirit cheers my spirit 
With man}- a precious word, 
That I shall joy inherit, 

By trusting in the Lord; 
Since after tribulation, 
All those who Jesus love 
Have that blest expectation 
To live with him above. 

8 Should earth lose its foundation, 
He stands my lasting Rock; 

No temp'ral desolation 
Shall give my love a shock ; 
I'll cleave to Christ my Saviour, 
Xo object, small or great, 
Nor height, nor depth, shall ever 
Me from him separate. 



170 



Of Resignation, Confidence, and 



526. T. 14. 

CjrOD is my Saviour and my 

Light, 
Why should I be dismay'd ? 
'Tis he defends my life ; of whom 
Then need I be afraid ? 

2 Hear my requests, O Lord, and 
An answer full of grace : [give 
Thy face thou bidstmeseek, and I 
Reply, " I'll seek thy face." 

3 Lord, do not in displeasure 
Thyself, nor me reject; [hide 
The aid which I have had before, 
From thee I still expect. 

4 Wait still on God, my soul! 
from him 

All needful strength derive : 
Tho' he delay, he will at length 
The fainting heart revive. 

527.* T. 208. 

J ESUS, source of gladness, 
Comfort in all sadness, 
Thou canst end my grief; 

1 for thee am waiting, 
Ardently in treating 

Thee for thy relief: [name 

Slaughter'd Lamb, — thy saving 
Yields to me far greater pleasure 
Than all worldly treasure. 

2 God is my salvation, 
Joy and consolation; 
With the world I've done; 
To pride's vain pretension 
I pay no attention, 
Av'rice I disown; 

Perils, loss, — shame, death and 

cross, 
Suff'rings e'er so keen, shall never 
Me from Jesus sever. 

3 If the Lord protect me, 
Sin cannot infect me, 
Nought can do me harm ; 
Altho' Satan rageth, 
Christ the storm assuageth 
By his mighty arm : 

Would the foe— his malice show, 



Since Christ is my strength and 

1 dread not his power. [tower, 

4 Gloomy thoughts must vanish, 

Jesus doth replenish 

Me with heav'nly peace ; 

Who the Saviour loveth, 

By experience proveth 

Grief is chang'd to bliss ; 

Tho' I here — reproach must bear, 

Yet he turneth all my sadness 

In to joy and gladness. 

528. T. 22. 

Vt HO can condemn, since Christ 

hathdy'dP 
I, by his blood, am justify'd: 
He ever lives to intercede, 
And send me help in time of need. 

2 What can from Christ me sepa- 
rate P 

Shall trials howsoever great, 
Shall tribulation or distress, 
Shall peril, sword, or nakedness ? 

3 O no, in all things I shall prove 
Conqu'ror through him, who me 

did love; 
My Lord obtain'd the victory, 
Sufficient is his grace for me. 

4 O love unbounded! refuge sure! 
My helpless soul now lives secure; 
Long as in thee, O Lord, 1 trust, 

1 know I never shall be lost. 

529.* T. 22. 

J ESUS, my All, my highest Good! 
Who hast redeem'd me with thy 

blood, 
When confidence in thee I place, 
My soul is fill'd with joy and 

peace. 

2 Where should I turn, or how 
thee leave? [cleave; 

Jesus, to thee my mind doth 
With thee my heart hath always 

found 
True counsel, comfort, help a- 

bound. 



Patience in Tribulation. 



171 



3 All who possess true faith and 
love, 

This daily by experience prove, 
That they who simply put their 

trust 
In Jesus Christ, can ne'er be lost. 

4 None can be so o'erwhelm'd 
with grief, 

But he in Christ may find relief; 
All misery, however great, 
His comforts can alleviate. 

5 Jesus, my only God and Lord, 
What comfort doth thy name 

afford ! 
No friend on earth can ever be 
Compar'd for faithfulness with 

thee. 

6 Were health, and strength, and 
friends withdrawn, 

Were ev'ry earthly comfort gone, 
If I have thee, I have howe'er 
What me eternally can cheer. 

7 O Lord, preserve me sound in 
faith, 

Thine let me be in life and death ; 
May nothing pluck me from thy 

hand, 
Lead me in safety to the end. 

530. T. 590. 

JN O more with trembling heart 
A multitude of things, [1 try 

Still wishing to find out that point 
From whence salvation springs; 
My anchor's cast, cast on a 

ground, 
Where I shall ever rest 
From allthelabor of my thoughts, 
And workings of my breast. 

2 What is my anchor, if you ask? 
A hungry, helpless mind, 
Diving, with mis 'ry for its weight, 
Till firmest grace it find: 
W T hat is my ground? 'Tis Jesus 

Christ, 
Whom faithless e)~es pass o'er; 
A Refuge here each troubled soul 
May find, tho' tempests roar. 



531. T. 580. 

THAT I am thine, my Lord 
and God, [blood, 

Ransom'd and sprinkled with thy 
Repeat that word once more, 
With such an energy and light, 
That this world's flattery or spite 
To shake me never may have 
pow'r. 

2 From various cares my heart 
retires; [sires, 

Tho' deep and boundless its de- 
I'm now to please but One, 
Him, before whom the elders bow; 
With him I am engaged now, 
And with the souls that are his 
own. 

3 This is my joy, which ne'er can 
fail, 

To see my Saviour's arm prevail, 
To mark the steps of grace; 
How new-born souls, convinc'dof 
sin, [clean, 

Yet by his precious blood made 
Extol his name in ev'ry place. 

4 With these my happy lot is cast, 
Thro' the world's deserts rude 

and waste, 
Or thro' its gardens fair : 
Whether the storm of malice 

sweeps, 
Or all in dead supineness sleeps, 
Still to go on, be all my care. 

5 See the dear sheep, by Jesus 
drawn, 

In blest simplicity move on, 
They trust his Shepherd-crook ; 
Beholders many faults will find, 
But they can guess at Jesus' mind, 
Content, if written in his book. 

6 O all ye just, ye rich, ye wise, 
Who deem th' atoning sacrifice, 
A doctrine weak and slight! 
Grant but, I may (the rest's your 

own) 
In shame and poverty sit down 
At this one well-spring of delight. 



±72 



Of Resignation, Confidence, and 



7 In deed had Jesus ne'er been slain, 
Or could aught make his ransom 

vain, 
That it avail'd no more; 
Were his unbounded mercy fled, 
Were he no more the church's 

Head, 
Nor Lord of all, as heretofore; 

8 Then, so refers my state to him, 
Unwarranted I must esteem, 
And wretched all I do ; 

Ah ! my hQ#rt throbs, and seizeth 

fast [last, 

That cov'nant, which will ever 

It knows, it knows these thing's 

are true. 

9 Yes, my dear Lord, in foil' wing 
thee, 

Not in the dark uncertainly 
This foot obedient moves ; 
J Tis with a Brother and a King, 
AVho many to this yoke will bring, 
>Yho ever lives and ever loves. 

10 Now then, my Way, my Truth, 
my Life, [strife, 

Henceforth let sorrow, doubt and 
Drop oft' like autumn leaves ; 
Henceforth, as privileg'd by thee, 
Simple and undistracted be 
My soul, which to thy mercy 
cleaves. 

11 Let me my weary mind recline 
On that eternal love of thine, 
And human thoughts forget; 
Childlike attend what thou wilt 

say, 
Go forth and do it, while 'tis day, 
Yet never leave my safe retreat. 

12 At all times to my spirit bear 
An inward witness, strong and 

clear, 
Of thy redeeming pow'r; 
This will instruct thy child aright, 
This will impart the needful light, 
For exigence of ev'ry hour. 

13 Now then the sequel is well 
weigh'd, 

I cast myself upon thy aid, 



A sea, where none can sink; 
Yea, thereon I depend, poor worm, 
Believing that thou wilt perform 
Beyond whate'er I ask or think. 

532. T. 14. 

HOW happy we, when guilt is 

gone! 
This alters our whole frame ; 
The same occasions still come on, 
But we are not the same. 

2 The load which caus'd us anx- 
ious care 

No more doth weigh us down, 
For Christ the burden helps to 

bear, 
We bear it not alone. 

3 "While we at honest labor toil, 
Our hearts may be at ease ; 
For if our Saviour on us smile, 
'Midst trouble we have peace. 

4 Sick outwardly, or in distress 
We may be, 'tis confest; 

But the believer ne'ertheless, 
In trials finds he's blest. 

5 Have we thro' dang'rous paths 
to rove, 

The shades of death to pass, 
Our shield eternal is his love, 
Our light, his glorious face*. 

6 Thy secret hand we bless; on 
thee, 

O Lord, w r e can depend, 
Thou betwixt us and misery 
Of ev'ry kind dost stand. 

533.* T. 212. 

TllE will of God is always best, 
His will be done for ever ; 
Those w T hoconfidehYhim areblest, 
And prove his love and favor. 
He helps indeed — in time of need, 
'Midst chastisements he saveth; 
Those who depend—- on God their 

Friend, 
He never, never leaveth. 



Patience in Tribulation. 



173 



2 His comforts daily me sustain, 
He lends me his assistance; 
To what he doth for me ordain 
I'll yield without resistance: 
True is his word— -that ev'n the 

Lord 
My hairs in mercy numbers : 
He guards and wakes, — care of 

me takes, 
And all my wants remembers. 

534.* T. 14. 

W HATE'ER our God doth, 

must be right, 
Altho' it cause us pain ; 
For God is love, and ever will 
The source of love remain. 

2 The church's Head we thee 

confess, 
Thou of thine own tak'st care; 
Jesus, thy will be always done ! 
This be our wish and pray'r. 

535. T.590. 

SlNCE we can't doubt God's 

equal love, 
Unmeasurably kind, 
To his unerring', gracious will 
Be ev'ry wish resign' d ; 
Good, when he gives, supremely 

good; 
Nor less when he denies ; 
Ev'n crosses from his sov'reign 

hand 
Are blessings in disguise. 

2 What e'er I ask, I surely know, 

And steadfastly believe, 

He will the thing desir'd bestow, 

Or else a better give ; 

To thee I therefore, Lord, submit 

My ev'ry fond request, 

And own, adoring at thy feet, 

Thy will is always best. 

536.* T. 234. 

JESUS, my All, my soul's best 

Friend, 
To thee myself I now deliver; 

P 



Whate'er comes from thy faithful 
hand, [ever, 

How hard it be, how strange so- 

I'll take it with a passive heart; 

And tho' I cannot shout for glad- 
ness, 

But keenly feel affliction's dart, 

O may I not be sunk in sadness ! 

May I with cheerfulness, 

In thy ways acquiesce, 

Nor murmur at thy dispensation ; 

But simply trusting thee, 

On thy fidelity 

Depend with humble resignation-. 

537. T. 22. 

Desponding soul, thou 

need'st not fear, 
Since God thy ev'ry pray'r doth 

hear, 
In his own time he'll surely grant, 
As he thinks fit, what thou dost 

want. 

2 For he thy case doth under- 
stand, [hand, 

Himself will take thy cause in 

The scale will turn, and thou 
shalt be 

Asham'd of thy anxiety. 

538.* T. 79. 

x 'LL spare all needless thinking,, 
Nor shall my mind be shrinking 
Concerning what may be; 
I'll follow thy kind leading, 
Dear Lord, in each proceeding ; 
That thou'rt my All sufficeth me. 

539. T. 9. 

VV HAT, my soul, should how 

thee down, 
Perils or temptation ? 
Is not Christ upon the throne 
Still thy strong salvation? 

2 Cast thy burden on the Lord, 
Thy almighty Saviour; 
He, who death for thee endur'd. 
Surely will deliver. 

2 



174 



Of Resignation, Confidence, and 



3 Mention to him ev'ry want, 
Yea, whate'er doth grieve thee; 
If for comfort thou dost pant, 
Jesus will relieve thee. 

4 Turn, my soul, unto thy rest, 
Quickly turn to Jesus, 

He will do for thee what's best, 
Heal all thy diseases. 

5 Mourn, whene'er thou hast for- 
got 

Him, whose great compassion 
Never fails, whose blood hath 

bought 
Thy complete salvation. 

6 Earthly things do not regard, 
Trust in Jesus' favor, 

He will be thy great reward, 
And thy shield for ever. 

540.* T. 16. 

STORMS of trouble may assail 
Yea, life's vessel overwhelm ; [us, 
Yet no danger need appal us, 
If our Saviour guide the helm. 

2 If with willing resignation, 
Free from care, we acquiesce 
In his ways, his consolation 
Will alleviate our distress. 

3 God is mighty to deliver, 
None his power can withstand; 
f ii all trials whatsoever 

He will be our gracious Friend. 

4 When his hour strikes for re- 
lieving, 

Help breaks forth amazingly, 
And to shame our anxious griev- 
Often unexpectedly. [ing, 

541. T. 22. 

WHEN by adversity I'm try'd, 
In God, my Rock, I will confide, 
'Midst trials, whatsoe'er they be, 
Rely on his fidelity. 

2 I'll trust my great Physician's 

skill, 
Resign'd obey his blessed will ; 



For each disease he knows what's 

fit, 
He's wise and good, and I submit. 

3 Altho' his med'cine cause me 
smart, [part, 

And wound me in the tcnd'rest 
It is with a design to cure, 

1 must and will his touch endure. 

4 Lord Jesus Christ, afford me 
grace, 

In ev'ry trial thee to praise: 
O let thy sacred will be mine, 
To thee myself I now resign. 

542.* T. 83. 

31 Y Redeemer knoweth me, 
Both in joy and in affliction; 
O my soul, now joyful be, 
Trust thy Shepherd's kind direc- 
tion : 
His own sheep he knows by name, 
And to bless them is his aim. 

2 Unexampled is that love 

By which we're with him con- 
nected; 
If we aught distressing prove, 
Jesus is thereby affected; 
We his watchful love and care 
In all trials richly share. 

543. T. 590. 

Jj Y Christ we're screen' d, with 

tender care, 
From vain and worldly noise: 
Ye, who God's happy children are, 
Can in the Lord rejoice, 
And walk in union with your God, 
Who is your nearest Friend, 
Upon life's rough and dang'rous 
In safety to the end. [road, 

544.* T. 90. 

THRICE happy are the feeble 
souls, [God ! 

Whose strength is only in their 

Since each the fiercest pow'rs 
controls, 

By faith in Jesus' precious blood; 



Patience in Tribulation. 



175 



In combat they maintain the field, 
Because Jehovah is their Shield. 

545.* T. 195. 

DoTH our gracious Saviour, 
In so many evils, 

Which the foe at christians levels, 
Kindly guard and keep us : 
Ah, how should we praise him, 
In all thing's extol and bless him ! 
Love should so — ardent glow, 
As to make us ever 
Cleave to Christ our Saviour. 

546. T. 22. 

IjOD of mv life! on thee I call, 
Afflicted at thy feet I fall; 
When the great water-floods pre- 
vail, [to fail! 
Leave not my trembling heart 

2 Friend of the friendless, and 
the faint ! [complaint ? 

Where should I lodge my deep 
Where but with thee, whose open 

door 
Invites the helpless and the poor ! 

3 Did ever mourner plead with 
thee, [plea ? 

And thou refuse that mourner's 
Doth not the word still fix'd re- 
main, [vain ? 
That none shall seek thy face in 

4 That were a grief I could not 
bear, [pray'r ; 

Didst thou not hear and answer 
But a pray'r-hearing, answ'ring 

God, 
Supports me under ev'ry load. 

5 Poor tho' I am, despis'd, forgot, 
Yet God, my God, forgets me not; 
And he is safe, and must succeed, 
For whom the Lord vouchsafes 

to plead. 

547.* T. 580. 

JESUS, our Guardian, Guide 

and Friend, 
Now thyprotecting wings extend, 



Thy children save from harm; 
Would Satan seek us to devour, 
Against his malice, craft and 

pow'r, 
Defend us by thy outstretched 

arm. 

548.* T. 68. 

THANKS for ever be, 
Jesus, unto thee, 
That thy strength doth us enable 
To adhere to thee, tho' feeble; 
That thou hear'st our pray'rs, 
And regard's t our tears. 

549. T. 149. 

JJJ.IDST all trials may 1 cleave 
Unto thee, my Saviour ; 
Ah, my inmost soul doth grieve 
When I miss that favor : 
Might thy grace — but always, 
And thy constant nearness, 
Keep my soul in clearness! 

550. T. 167. 

JL HO' by trials strong surround- 
ed, 
Yet, thro' Jesus' gracious care, 
This poor heart is not confounded, 
He doth all my sufferings share; 
On his pow'rful aid reclining, 
Calm I'll ev'ry grief sustain, 
Bear the cross without repining, 
Till the glorious crown I gain. 

551.* T. 15. 

A RE we in e'er so great distress, 
Our God can us deliver; 
And should he not, he ne'ertheless 
Shall be our God for ever. 

552.* T. 583. 

At last he's blest, who, by the 
Saviour's blood, 

Was cleans'd while here, and 
made an heir of God ; 

Ev'n now the acceptable year 
draws nigh, 

The day, which turns our sor- 
rows into joy. " 



176 



Hvmns of Praise and Thanksgiving 



2 At last God's servants cease- 
less joys shall reap, 

Who, bearing precious seed, go 

forth and weep ; 
If they, 'midst sufF'ring, faithful 

here abide, [glorify' d. 

They shall with Jesus there be 

3 My soul, tho' hereby various 
trials prov'd, [art lov'd : 

Believe that by thy Saviour thou 
Submit thy will to his; with pa- 
tience wait, [translate. 
Soon he to perfect bliss will thee 



333.* T. 189. 

>\ HO overcometh shall abide 

for ever 
A pillar in God's temple thro' his 

grace, 
Adorned with the name of God 

our Saviour, 
And of Jerusalem his chosen place; 
Lord, make the feeble 
Watchful and able, 
That they be stable, 
Andvict'ry gain. 



XXIX. Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 



554:.* T. 235. 

TE DEUX LAUDAMUS. 

XiORD GOD, thy praise we sing, 

To thee our thanks we bring. 

Both heav'n and earth doth wor- 
ship thee, 

Thou Father of eternity. 

To thee all angels loudly cry, 

The heav'ns and all thepow'rs on 
high: 

Cherubs and seraphim proclaim 

And cry thrice holy to thy name: 

Holy is our Lord God, 

Holy is our Lord God, 

Holy is our Lord God, 

The Lord of Sabaoth! 

With splendor of thy glory spread 
Is heav'n and earth replenished. 
Th' apostles' glorious company, 
The prophets' fellowship, praise 

thee. 
The noble and victorious host 
Of martyrs make of thee their 

boast. 
The holy church, in ev'ry place 
Throughout the earth, exalts thy 

praise. 
Thee, Father, God on heaven's 

throne, 
Thy only and beloved Son, 



The Holy Ghost, who Christ dis- 
plays, [and praise. 
The church doth worship, thank 

O Christ, thou glorious King, we 

own 
Thee to be God's eternal Son. 
Thou, undertaking in our room, 
Didst not abhor the virgin's womb. 
The pains of death o'ercome by 

thee, 
Made heav'n to all believers free. 
At God's right hand thou hast 

th\- seat, 
And in thy Father's glory great; 
And we believe the day's decreed, 
When thou shalt judge the quick 

and dead. 

Promote, we pray, thy servants* 
good, [blood; 

Redeem'd with thy most precious 
Among thy saints make us ascend 
To glory that shall never end. 
Thy people with salvation crown, 
Bless those, O Lord, that are thy 
own : [vance 

Govern thy church, and, Lord, ad- 
For ever thine inheritance. 

From day to day, O Lord, do wc 
Highly exalt and honor thee: 
Thy name we worship and adore, 



Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 



177 



World without end, for evermore. 
Vouchsafe, O Lord, we humbly 

pray, 
To keep us safe from sin this day. 
O Lord, have mercy on us all ; 
Have mercy on us, when we call. 
Thy mercy, Lord, to us dispense, 
According to our confidence. 
Lord, we have put our trust in 

thee, 
Confounded let us never be. 

Amen! 

555 * T. 132. 

All glory to the sov'reign 

Good, 
And Father of compassion! 
To God our help and sure abode; 
Whose gracious visitation 
Renews his blessings ev'ry day, 
And taketh all our griefs away: 
Give to our God the glory ! 

2 The heav'nly hosts with awe 
show forth 

The praise of their Creator; 
All creatures, both in heav'n and 

earth, 
Whate'er exists in nature, 
Speak their divine Original, 
Impress'd most wisely on them 
Give to our God the glory! [all: 

3 W^hat is created by our God 
Enjoys his preservation; 

He doth extend o'er all abroad 
His father-like compassion; 
Throughout the kingdom of his 
grace [ness : 

Prevail his truth and righteous - 
Give to our God the glory ! 

4 In my distress I rais'd with faith 
To God my supplication ; 
MySaviourrescu'dmefrom death, 
And gave me consolation; 

This makes my heart with thank- 
fulness 
Rejoice before the God of grace: 
Give to our God the glory ! 

5 The Lord hath ever to his flock 
Kept without separation ; 



He doth abide our Shield and 

Rock, 
Our peace and our salvation ; 
He leads us with a mother's care, 
Protects from danger, guards 

from fear : 
Give to our God the glory! 

6 Yea, when all creatures here 
deny 

Their help and consolation, 
Our great Creator then is nigh 
With succor and compassion, 
And sets the humble souls at rest, 
That live forsaken and opprest: 
Give to our God the glory ! 

7 As long as I have breath in me 
I will sound forth his praises ; 
His precious, saving name shall be 
Exalted in all places ; 

My heart, with all thy strength 
adore [pow'r, 

The God of grace, the God of 
And give him all the glory ! 

8 Ye who profess his sacred name, 
Give to our God the glory ! 

Ye who his pow'r know and pro- 
claim, 
Give to our God the glory ! 
Rejoice, from all vain idols freed, 
The Lord is God, he's God indeed: 
Give to our God the glory! 

9 Now then before his face ap- 
pear, 

With praises and thanksgivings 
With awe his holy name revere, 
And join with all the living, 
T' extol the wonders he hath 
wrought, [thought : 

His mighty deeds, surpassing- 
Give to our God the glory! 

55%* T. 14, 

X'LL praise thee with my heart 

and tongue, 
O Lord, my soul's delight, 
Declaring to the world in song 
Thy glory, praise and might, 



178 



Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 



2 Thou art th' eternal Source of 
grace, 

The Source of lasting bliss : 
From thee unto the human race 
Flows ev'ry happiness. 

3 What are we? what do we pos- 
sess, 

While here on earth below, 
Which thy great love and tender- 
Doth not on us bestow ? [ness 

4 Who spreads the lofty firma- 
ment, 

And starry skies around? 

Who makes the dew and rain de- 

To fructify the ground ? [scend 

5 Who doth preserve our life and 
Our ease and safe abode ? [health, 
Who doth secure our peace and 
Our ever gracious God. [wealth ? 

6 On thee, almighty Lord of hosts, 
Depends our life and all, 

Thou keepest watch around our 

coasts, 
Protectest great and small. 

7 Thy chastisements are nought 
but love; 

When we our sins confess, 

We thy forgiveness richly prove: 

'Tis thy delight to bless. 

8 Thou count'st thy children's 
sighs and tears, 

An dknow'st well why they mourn; 
No tear too mean to thee appears 
To put into thy urn. 

9 Thou, when we are oppress'd 
with grief, 

Dost us with pity view, 
Administ'ring thy kind relief, 
And lasting comfort too. 

10 Why need we mourn, as in 
despair, 

And grieve both day and night ? 
On him we'll cast cur ev'ry care, 
Who gave us life and light. 

11 Hath he not, from our earliest 
days, 

Us nourished and maintain'd? 



Safe guarded us in all our ways, 
In dangers prov'd our Friend ? 

12 God never yet mistakes hath 
In his vast government; [made 
No, what he doth permit or aid 
Is blest in the event. 

13 Then murmur not, but be re- 
To his most holy will ; [sign'd 
Peace, rest and comfort thou wilt 
My soul, in being still. [find, 

557.* T. 277. 

-IN OW unite to render praises 
To Jehovah, to our God, and 

magnify 
His great name in all your places, 
Ye his people, ye who are his 

property ; 
For his goodness, love and favor 
To his children last for ever; 
He is full of truth and grace, 
Pard'ning all our trespasses ; 
Still his name by you be praised, 
Who are seed to Abra'm raised, 
Spread his acts in ev'ry nation, 
Give him praises, give him thanks 

and adoration ! t 

2 Yea, with joy ourselves ad- 
dressing 

To our gracious heav'nly Father, 

we'll proclaim 
His great mercy without ceasing, 
Join with angels to exalt his glo- 
rious name; 
They, adoring on their faces, 
With thrice " Holy" sing his 

praises, 
We too will extol the name 
Of our God, and of the Lamb; 
Be his glory ever sounded, 
And his works which are un- 
bounded! 
We, his ransom'd congregation, 
Thank and praise him, for our 
blessed destination. 

3 To the throne go undismayed, 
Go with boldness, and approach 

the mercy -seat, 



Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 179 



Since from God in Christ dis- 
played, 
Nought but goodness, grace and 

favor you can meet ; 
Full of love, he longs to bless us, 
And is ready to embrace us; 
Yea, to give his flesh and blood 
To us, as our highest good; 
To his table we're invited, 
And thro' grace with him united, 
So that nought which may await 
us, [separate us. 

Can from Jesus, and his love e'er 

4 He hath now his Godhead's 
treasure 

To the needy open'd, and hath 

stores enough, [ure, 

Therefore 'tis his sov'reign pleas- 

That no sinner, that not one 

should stand aloof; 
Each may take, as were he named, 
Grace for grace, nor stand asham- 
ed, 
Hungry souls who but believe, 
Of his fulness may receive; 
And this fulness never ceaseth, 
Our enjoyment still increaseth ; 
Hence we drink, in richest meas- 
ure, 
From life's fountain, draughts of 
inexhausted pleasure. 

5 These our falt'ring lays, dear 
Saviour, [ful hearts express, 

Which, tho' feeble, yet our grate- 
Condescend t' accept in favor, 
Till in glory we shall see thee face 

to face; 
Then for all thy works our praises 
Shall resound in heav'nly places ; 
There we shall to thee our King 
Joyful hallelujahs sing: 
May from ev'ry thing in nature 
Praise be given to the Creator, 
And our lives and whole demeanor 
To Jehovah, to our God give 

praise and honor. 

558.* T. 195. 

IxOD reveals his presence! 
Let us now adore him, 



And with awe appear before him; 

God is in his temple, 

All in us keep silence, 

And before him bow with rev'- 

rence; 
Him alone — God we own: 
He's our Lord and Saviour; 
Praise his name for ever. 

2 God reveals his presence, 
Whom th' angelic legions 
Serve with awe in heav'nly regions , 
Holy, Holy, Holy! 

Sing the hosts of heaven ; 
Praise to God be ever given ! 
Condescend — to attend 
Graciously, O Jesus ! 
To our songs and praises. 

3 O majestic Being! 
Were but soul and body 

Thee to serve at all times ready, 
Might we, like the angels 
Who behold thy glory, 
Deep abased sink before thee, 
And, thro' grace, — be always* 
In our whole demeanor, 
To thy praise and honor. 

4 Grant us resignation, 
Hearts before thee bowed, 
With thy peace divine endowed: 
As a tender flower 

Opens and inclineth 

To the cheering sun which shineth" 

So may we — be from thee 

Rays of grace deriving, 

And thereby be thriving. 

5 Lord, come dwell within us, 
While on earth we tarry ; 
Make us thy blest sanctuary. 

O vouchsafe thy presence, 

Draw unto us nearer, 

And reveal thyself still clearer. 

Us direct, — and protect; 

Thus we in all places 

Shall show forth thy praises. 

559.* T. 341. 

THOU, Jesus, art our King! 
Thy ceaseless praise we sing ; 



180 Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 



Praise shall oar glad tongues era- 
ploy, 
Praise o'er flow the grateful soul, 
While we vital breath enjoy, 
While eternal ages roll. 

2 Thou art th' eternal Light, 
And shin'st in deepest night : 
Wond'ring gaz'dth' angelic train, 
While thou bowd'st the heav'ns 

beneath, 
Taking thy abode with man, 
Man to save from endless death. 

3 Thou for our griefs didst 
mourn, 

Thou hast our sickness borne: 
All our sins on thee were laid ; 
Thou with unexampled grace 
All the mighty debt hast paic|, 
Due from Adam's helpless race. 

4 Thou hast o'erthrown the foe; 
God's kingdom fix'd below: 
Conqu'ror of all adverse pow'r, 
Thou heav'n's gate* hast open'd 

wide, 
Thou thine own dost lead secure, 
And to life eternal guide. 

5 Above the starry sky 

Thou reign'st, enthron'd on high! 
Prostrate at thy feet we fall : 
Pow'r supreme to thee is giv'n, 
As the righteous Judge of all, 
Sons of earth and hosts of heav'n. 

6 The mighty seraphs join, 
And in thy praise combine; 

All their choirs thy glories sing, 
Who shall dare with thee to vie, 
Mighty Lord, eternal King, 
Sovereign J>oth of earth and sky! 

7 The church thro' all her bounds 
With thy high praise resounds : 
The confessors fearless here 
Boldly praise their heav'nly King; 
Children's feebler voices there 
To thy name hosannas sing. 

8 'Midst danger's blackest frown, 
Thee hosts of martyrs own : 
Pain and shame alike they dare, 
Firmly trusting in their God; 



Glorying thy cross to bear, 
Sealing thus their faith with blood 

9 Arise, exert thy pow'r 
Thou glorious Conqueror! 
Help us to obtain the prize, 
Help us well to close our race; 
That with thee, above the skies, 
Endless joys we may possess. 

560.* T. 101. 

Thanksgiving, honor, 

praise and might, 
Unto the slaughter'd Lamb be 

render'd, [light, 

Who brought us to his kingdom's 
And bought us from all tongues 

and kindred ; 
Before the world was form'd we 

were ordain'd 
By him to happiness, and life 

which hath no end. 

2 To Him who ever doth abide, 
Be ceaseless song's of praise re- 
peated, 

By Christendom, his chosen bride, 
And those in heav'nly mansions 

seated; » [name, 

Th' angelic hosts exalt his saving 
And we with all created beings do 

the same. 

3 By all the saints around his 
throne, [en, 

And all th' angelic choirs in heav- 
With shouts of glory to God's 

Son, [be given. 

Our King and Shepherd, praise 
They join with us his goodness to 

rehearse, 
His glorious name be prais'd 

throughout the universe ! 

561.* T. 146. 

JN OW let us praise the Lord 
With body, soul and spirit, 
Who doth such wondrous things 
Beyond our sense and merit; 
Who from our mother's womb 
And earliest infancy 



Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. IS! 



Hath done great things for us, 
Praise him eternally ! 

2 O gracious God, bestow 
On us while here remaining, 
An ever-cheerful mind, 
Thy peace be ever reigning : 
Preserve us in true faith 
And christian holiness : 
That when we go from hence 
We may behold thy face. 

562.* T. 206. 

Almighty Lord! :|i: 

Eternal Word, 

Creation's Head, 

By whom :|: the worlds were 

made,* 
Which in heav'n's spacious 
Appear; [sphere :|{: 

Who by thy blood 
Brought'st us to God: 
Thee we confess :|j: 
The Lord our Righteousness. :|: 
* Heb. i. 2. 

2 Sure as thou liv'st, $ 

To all things giv'st 

Both life and pow'r, 

Supporting :t|: them each hour ; 

Jehovah, great I AM, :|: 

And Lamb : 

So sure's thy blood 

The highest Good 

Of sinners poor, :||: 

Till death shall be no more. :||: 

563.* T. 9. 

I. ILL permitted hence to go, 
To behold my Saviour, 
Whom ev'n here by faith I know, 
There in peace for ever : 

2 Till on joys 1 once shall feast 
Without intermission, 

Of which here a partial taste 
Is my blest fruition : 

3 Till that time, mine eyes I'll 
Unto him in spirit; _ [raise 
And my feeble tongue shall praise 
His atoning merit. 



564. T. 00. 

JL HE Lamb was slam! let us 
adore, [own, 

With grateful hearts his mercy 
May all within us evermore 
In silence at his feet fall down; 
Serve without dread, with rev>- 

rence love 
The Lord, whose boundless grace 
we prove. 

.2 The Lamb was slain! both day 

and night 
Th' angelic choirs his praises sing; 
To him enthron'd above all height, 
Heav'n's hosts celestial anthems 

bring ; 
While here poor sinners join the 

song, 
And praise him with a stamm'ring 

tongue. 

3 Gladly our own poor works we 
leave, 

For him despise wealth, pleasure, 

fame, 
To him our souls and bodies give, 
His death doth our affections 

claim : 
Henceforth we own him as our 

Lord, 
His name be by us all ador'd. 

4 Thro' him alone we live, for he 
Hath drowned our transgressions 
In love's unfathomable sea; [all 
Fall prostrate, lost in wonder fall, 
Ye sinners, for the Lamb was slain , 
Who dy'd that we might life re- 
gain, 

5 As ground, when parch'd with 
summer's heat, 

Gladly drinks in the welcome 

show'r, 
So may we, list'ning at his feet, 
Receive his words, and feel his 

pow'r : 
May nothing in our hearts remain, 
But this great truth, "the Lamb 

was slain!" 



Q 



±S2 Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving* 

565. T. 159. 
ADORED be the Lamb of Go(l, 



That he upon the cross 

To God, by his most precious 

blood, 
Hath reconciled us. 
All praise be giv'n to him, that we 
Were born the day of grace to see, 
When he his love to us reveal* d, 
And thus our pardon seaPd. 

2 To be his priests and witnesses 
Is now our happy lot, 

To sing* in songs of endless praise 
To Jesus who us bought, 
We now, like Mary, wish to sit 
In spirit list'ning at his feet, 
Waiting with lamps prepar'd and 

drest 
For Jesus' marriage-feast. 

3 Meanwhile his promises we 
trust, 

And join our grateful lays, 

In concert with the ransom'dhost, 

To sing redeeming grace. 

While they who round his throne 

appear 
The wonders of his love declare, 
And sing, " The Lamb for us was 

slain;" 
Oitr hearts reply, Amen ! 

566. T. 132. 

oIXG praises unto God on high, 
To him who us created ; 
Sing praises to the Lord, so nigh 
To sinful man related. 
Rejoicing Hallelujah sing, 
Jesus Jehovah is our King, 
And gracious Mediator. 

2 He calls us brethren, not 

as ham' d 
To bear our human nature! 
Yea, heirs of life we nowarenam'd, 
Joint heirs with our Creator ! 
He ever lives our cause to plead, 
Grants help in ev'ry time of need, 
Praige to his name for ever! 






56r. T. 39. 

X E servants of God, your great 
Master proclaim, 
And publish abroad his most ex- 
cellent name ; [extol, 
The name all victorious of Jesus 
His kingdom is glorious, He rules 
over all. 

2 God ruleth in heaven, almighty 
to save, 

And yet he is with us, his presence 
we have; 

The great congregation his tri- 
umphs shall sing, 

Ascribing salvation to Jesus, our 
King. 

3 Salvation he brought unto God 
on the throne ; 

Let all sing- rejoicing, and honor 

the Son ; 
The praises of Jesus the angels 

proclaim, 
Fall down on their faces, and 

worship the Lamb. 

4 Then let us adore him and give 
him his right, 

All glory, and power, and wis- 
dom, and might, 

And honor, and blessing, with 
angels above, 

And thanks never ceasing for in- 
finite love. 

568. T. 11. 

BlJETHREN, let us join to bless 
Jesus Clu-ist, our joy and peace; 
Let our praise to him be giv'n, 
Who is Lord of earth and heav'n. 

2 Jesus, lo ! to thee we bow, 
Thou art Lord, and only Thou ; 
Thou the woman's promis'd Seed, 
Glory of thy church, and Head. 

3 Thee the angels ceaseless sing, 
Thee we praise, our Priest and 

King; 
Worthy is thy name of praise, 
Full of glory, full of grace. 



Hymns of Prai*e and Thanksgiving;. ±Sc 



:ack adore 
Thee, our Lord, for evermore! 
Evermore show us thy love, 
Till we join the choirs above ! 

569. T. 22. 

BlESS, O my soul, the God of 
grace ! [praise; 

His favors claim thy hig 
How can the wonders he hath 

wrought 
Be lost in silence, and forgot : 

2 'Twos he, my soul, that sent 
his Son [done; 

To die for crimes which thou hast 
He paid the ransom, and forgives 
The hourly follies of our lives. 

3 Our youth decay* d his pow'r 
repairs, 

His mercy crowns our growing 
He satisfies our souls with good, 
And filleth us with heav'nly food. 

4 Let the whole earth his pow'r 
contr 

Let ail mankind adore his grace; 
Let us with all our powers sing 
Praise to our Saviour, God and 
King. 

570. T. 14. 

C 0>IE let us join our cheerful 

song^s 
With angels round the throne ; 
Ten thousand thousands are their 

tongues, 
But all their joys are one. 

2 " Worthy the Lamb that dyM," 
they cry, 

i » be exalted thus;" 
11 Worthy the Lamb," our fa 

reply, * 
" For he was slain for us." 

3 Jesus is worthy to receive 
Honor and pow'r divine; 

Aud blessings more than we can 
Be, Lord, for ever thine, [give, 



. -ion join in one, 
To bit me 

Of him .rcne, 

Ax 1 I 

67i. T. 22. 

ender 

1 1 rone 

To dwell with sinful worms be- 
low, 
And save them from eternal woe. 

rVvlien men he cast his 
In depths of mis'ry saw them lie; 
Piiy'd then- s:a:e, rcsotv*d to 
me, • 

And suffer freely in their room. 

3 A mortal body he assum* d, 
Groamd, bled and dy'd, and was 

mVd ; 
At length, the work thus finished, 
He rose triumphant from the dead. 

4 To jiui i Vs bright realms he 
took his flight, 

h of mortal sight; 
There pleads with God for ran- 

sonvd men, 
Thence will in glory come again. 

5 To Jesus, our exalted Head, 
Immortal honors now be paid j 

ving name 
Our tongues shall evermore pro- 
^im. 

3:2. T. 14. 

U FOR a thousand tongi : 

sing 
My -: r Redeemer's pr. 

The glories of my God and Kir g*, 
The triumphs of his gr 

5, the name that charms 
our fears, 
That bids our sorrows c 
In the poor : tmers 5 ears, 

Tis life, and health, and per 

3 His grace 1 he pow'r of 

Besets ersfree; [sol, 



184 



Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 



His blood can make the foulest 

clean, 
His blood avail'd for me. 

4 He speaks, and list'ning to his 
>few life the dead receive; [voice 
The mournful, broken hearts re- 
The humble poor believe, [joice, 

5 Hear him, ye deaf; his praise, 
ye dumb, 

Your loosen'd tongues employ; 
Ye blind, behold your Saviour 

come ; 
And leap, ye lame, for joy. 

573. T. 14. 

JN OT all the angels of the sky, 
Nor happy saints above, 
Have greater causeto praise than I 
The Saviour's dying love. 

2 Had I an angel's heav'nly tongue, 
Or seraph's melody, 

My theme should be his praise, 

who hung 
Upon the cross for me. 

3 For thee he hangs ! my soul, 
rejoice; 

For thee, my soul, expires ; 
Then sing his love with thankful 

Moice, 
Sing what his love inspires. 

4 Till fleeting time shall have an 
end, 

And years shall cease to roll, 
Due praise shall from his church 

ascend, 
And spread from pole to pole. 

5 How sweet the precious gospel 
sounds 

In the believer's ear ! 

This balsam heals his cank'ring 

wounds, 
And dries each anxious tear. 

6 But tears of joy must ever flow 
For Jesus' wond'rous love, 

And when 1 leave this world below, 
Til sing his praise above. 



574. T. 595. 

-A. WAKE, and sing the song 
Of Moses and the Lamb ! 
Wake ev'ry heart, and ev'ry 

tongue, 
To praise the Saviour's name! 

2 Sing of his dying love, 
Sing of his rising pow'r : 
Sing how he intercedes above 
For us, whose sins he bore. 

3 Ye pilgrims on the road 
To Zion's city, sing ! 
Rejoice ye in the Lamb of God, 
In Christ, th' eternal King*! 

4 Soon shall we hear him say, 
" Ye blessed children, come!" 
Soon will he call us hence away, 
To our eternal home. 

5 There shall our rap tur'd tongues 
His endless praise proclaim; 
And sweeter voices tune the song 
Of Moses and the Lamb. 

575. T. 595. 

1 O God the only wise, 
Our Saviour and our King, 
Let all the saints below the skies 
Their humble praises bring. 

2 'Tis his almighty love, 
His counsel and his care, 
Preserves us safe from sin and 
And ev'ry hurtful snare, [death, 

3 He will present our souls 
Unblemish'd and complete, 
Before the glory of his face, 
With joys divinely great. 

4 Once all the chosen race 
Shall meet around the throne, 
Shall praise him for his saving 

grace, 
And make his wonders known. 

5 To our Redeemer-God, 
Wisdom and pow'r belongs, 
Immortal crowns of majesty, 
And everlasting songs. 



Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 185 



§76. T. 83. 

iVoW with joyful songs appeal*, 
And with humble adoration, 
'Fore the Lord, he's always near 
To his ransom 'd congregation. 
With the poor he deigns to dwell: 
He is nam'd Immanuel. 

577.* T. 121. 

J-N joyful hymns of praise, 
Like one man, sweetly raise 
Voices quite united ; 
With your liturgic lays 
Your Saviour is delighted; 
He'll with gracious ear 
Your thanksgiving hear, 
Feel that he is near! 

078.* T. 58. 

\\ HEN all thy mercies, Lord, 

to mind we call, [fall. 

Astonish' d at thy feet we humbly 

Grant us still in future, thy kind 

direction, 
Till in us all the aim of thy elec- 
tion Be quite obtain' d. 

579.* T. 155. 

X HOU, my Light, my Leading- 
star, 
Who hast kindly me directed, 
And protected; 
When thy mercies, daily new, 
I review, 

In the dust I fall before thee, 
Lost in wonder I adore thee, 
They are great, yea numberless. 

580. T. 249. 

AN humble, grateful lays, 
The Lord :|: of hosts we praise, 
-His saving name confess ; 
Yea, fill'd with holy awe, revere 
The Father, Son and Comforter. 
Amen, Hallelujah! 



Hallelujah! 
Amen, Hallelujah! 

2 Praise to the slaughtered Lamb! 
His love :|: we will proclaim, 
Who dy'd, us to redeem ; 
Let ev'ry being, that hath breath, 
Extol his meritorious death. 
From angels and from men, 
To the Lamb slain 
All honor doth pertain. 

581.* T. 39. 

O THAT we with gladness of 

spirit for ever 
Adored and praised our crucify 'd 

Saviour ! 
O might each pulsation thanks- 

giving express, 
And each breath we draw be an 

anthem of praise ! 

2 The Lamb, who by blood our 

salvation obtained, 
Took on him our curse, and death 

freely sustained, 
Is worthy of praises, let with one 

accord 
All people say Amen, O praise ye 

the Lord! 

582. T. 230. 

PRAISES, thanks, and adora- 
tion, 
Be giv'n to God with out cessation, 
To Jesus Christ, our gracious 

Lord; 
For his mercy, love, and favor, 
To us, his flock, endure for ever : 
Bless, bless his name with one 

accord. 
To God, the Father, Son, 
And Spirit, Three in One, 
Hallelujah J 
In highest strain 
Praise the Lamb slain! 
Let heav'n and earth reply, Amer. ! 



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L 1SG J 



XXX. Of Prayer and Supplication. 



583. T. 583. 

1 HE love of Christ to me is 

greater far 
Than outwardly it doth to man 

appeal*; 
When I before him my complaints 

make known, 
He sympathizeth with them as 

his own. 

2 I know that in myself I have no 
pow'r, 

But 'tis thro' mercy I mast live 

each hour; 
His precious death doth strength 

to me afford, 
Thus I can all things do, thro' 

Christ my Lord. 

3 As oft as I approach the holy 
place, 

And bow 'fore him, by whom I 

live thro' grace, 
Then graciously he answers my 

request, 
And thus my troubled heart is 

sooth'd to rest. 

4 He is my All, my Sacrifice and 
Priest, 

My Lord and God, my Saviour 

Jesus Christ; 
His am I both in body and in soul, 
Me neither sin, nor Satan can 

control. 

* 5 I daily drink the healing streams 

of grace, 
And gain new strength to run my 

future race; 
He sheds abroad in me his love 

divine, [mine. 

1 know that 1 am his, and he is 

584.* T. 136. 

1 HIS yields me joy, 
That God in his compassion, 



Doth not reject my pray'r and 

supplication, 
But graciously, 

Regards my poverty ; 

Tiiat with unweary'd patience he 

is ready 
At all times to attend to me his 

child most needy, 
And to relieve my wants is nigh, 
This yields me joy ! 

2 Long as I live, 

The promises of Jesus 

I'll to myself apply, to me they're 

precious ; 
When I to him 
My faithful Saviour cleave, 
And, pond'ring on his wonders, 

kneel before him, 
Praise him with tears of joy, and 

in the dust adore him, 
I of his love fresh proofs receive, 
While here Hive. 

3 I'm well assur'd 

His love to me is tender; 

Therefore I now m$r all to him 
surrender; 

He's merciful, 

A kind forgiving Lord ; 

Tho' I may not immediately ex- 
perience 

The succor which I ask, I'll wait 
with faith and patience, 

For he at last will help afford, 

I'm well assur'd. 

4 Praise ye the Lord, 

Whose kindness, grace and favor 
Unto his congregation lasts for 
Whose presence cheers [ever; 
His chosen witnesses; 
Where'er we are, to him ourselves 

addressing 
In pray'r, we surely shall not fail 

to share his blessing; 
We therefore sing with one ac- 
Praise ye the Lord ! [cord : 



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1ST 



385.* T. 16. 

Q, U IT E al o n e, and y et not 1 on el y, | 
I'll ^ >n?€rsfe with God my friend, 
Now from Worldly cares receding*, j 

1 my cime in pray'r will spend. 

2 O how blessed are the moments, I 
When the Lord himself draws } 

near, 
When I feel his gr a c ions presence, 
And he listens to my pray'r ! 

586. T. 14. 

31 ANY complaints to Christ I 
Ev'n by a sigii relate, [can 

Which I can't represent to man, 
They are too delicate. 

587. T. 16. 

J\ E'ER dejected — unaffected 
May I walk before thee here; 
What distresses, — or oppresses, 
Pouring" in thy faithful ear. 

588.* T. 580. 

\V ITH ardent longing", at thy 

feet, 
Lord Jesus Christ, I humbly wait, 

lend a gracious ear 

Un t o my m anifol d c omplaint s ; 

1 trust thou wilt relieve my wants, 
And deign thy needy child to hear. 

2 Grant me an upright simple 
heart, 

A cheerful mind to me impart, 
Free from sin's galling load; 
O may I of my sinfulness 
Always retain a consciousness, 
But not serve sin ; forbid it, God! 

3 Grant me a harmless, dove- 
like mind, 

To true humility inclin'd, 
Thy will be mine indeed; 
O may I labor constantly 
Endow'd with spirit's poverty, 
From ev'ry hurtful influence freed. 



4 In peace with all may I be found, 
Clearly thy gospel-truth pro- 
pound, 

In praying faithful be ; 
A share in others' welfare take, 
The schemes and plots of Satan 
break, [thee. 

Fast bound unto thy church and 

5 Presence of mind on me bestow, 
A readiness O may I show 

To execute thy will ; 
When I enjoy the highest good, 
Partaking of thy flesh and blood, 
My soul with thy love's ardor fill. 

6 May I be serious, child-like too, 
In all essentials firm and true; 
Give me a trusty ear ; 

A constant, genuine brother's 

heart, 
To sympathize with ev'ry smart, 
And gladly others' burdens bear. 

7 In converse make me tractable 
And mild, in storms invincible, 
And never prone to yield ; 

May I maintain incessantly 
A tender fellowship with thee, 
From day to day by grace upheld. 

8 Thy unction O may I obey, 
And tread the pilgrim's rugged 

way, 
Grant, I may shun no toil; 
In all my senses render me 
Well exercis'd, and let me be 
Anointed with thy gladd'ning oil, 

9 What for myself I thus request, 
That pray I also for the rest 

Of those, who cheer fuily 
Go forth salvation to proclaim 
Thro' faith in thy most holy name, 
Wherever they are sent by thee. 

10 O Father, me with pleasure 
own [Son; 

The dear-bought purchase of thy 
O Spirit, bless thou me, 
Guide and protect me as thy child; 
Lord Christ, who me hast recon- 

cii'd, 
Preserve me thine et email v. 



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589.* T. 36. 

IjORD Jesus Christ, thy body's 

Head and Saviour, 
On us, thy children, deign to look 

in favor; 
Our grateful hearts with thanks 

are overflowing, 

Before thee bowing. 

2 What peace do we derive, what 
consolation, 

What strength from thy atoning 

death and passion ! 
Impress'd with holy rev'rence, we 

adore thee, 

And fall before thee. 

3 Thy goodness, as thy pow'r, is 
past expression ; 

We trust, that thou, whene'er 

with supplication 
We seek thy face, in mercy wilt 

accept us, And not reject us. 

4 O Lord, thou great High-Priest 
of our profession, 

Who at God's right-hand makes t 

intercession, 
And by thy pow'r ful pray'rs to 

help the needy 

Art ever ready. 

5 The many drops of blood which 

from thee flowed, 
The streams of tears, which oft 

thy cheeks bedewed, 
Are all in our behalf for mercy 

pleading And interceding. 

6 O may thy church before thee 
bloom like flowers, 

Unto thy praise, thro' thy atone- 
ment's powers; 

Yea, glorify thy name in us, dear 
Saviour, Both now and ever! 

590.* T. S3. 

Fl.OCK of Christ, in fellowship 
Offer fervent supplication, 
Whe her to rejoice, or weep, 
We ma) now have most occasion; 
When the lips no more can pray, 
Sighs will find to him their way. 



2 O may he so sensibly 

Bless us with his grace and favor, 
That we, in humility, 
May rejoice in him, our Saviour; 
May he, in his mercy, grant 
All we weep for, all we want. 

3 May his presence constantly 
Yield us joy and consolation, 
In the certain hope that he 
Will regard our supplication, 
Grant our pray'rs, and much 

more give 
Than we're worthy to receive. 

4 This be our supreme delight, 
To remain in closest union 
With our Lord, both day and 

night, 
And enjoy his sweet communion ; 
This our heav'n while here we stay, 
Him to love, serve and obey. 

591.* T. 580. 

O THOU, who in the sanctuary 
Dost minister! thy church supply 
With incense for her pray'r ; 
Grant to us all a cheerful heart; 
A burning, steady \ight impart, 
Defended from all noxious air. 

2 Lord, give us an attentive ear, 
Which may thy voice distinctly 

hear, 
An eye to view thee still ; 
And priestly lips to tell thy praise, 
And feet earth's rugged craggy 

ways 
To traverse, without fearing ill. 

3 Our hands for blessinghallow'd 
Our bodies temples be to thee, [be, 
Our souls enjoy thy peace; 

A breeze divine our spirits cheer, 
Grant us, thy still small voice to 
hear, [grace. 

Unknown, save to thy flock of 

592.* T. 79. 

vl MAY the God of mercies, 
Who perfecteth his praises, 
Out of the sucklings' mouth, 



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189 



(irant us so blest a feeling 
Of his most gracious dealing, 
That we adore his grace and truth! 

2 May he give us his unction, 
To tell, with heart's compunction, 
The wonders of his grace; 

A constant deep impression 
Of Jesus' wounds and passion, 
And simple, chiLdlike cheerful- 
ness. 

3 Lord, our High-Priest and Sa- 
viour ! 

Pour fire and spirit's fervor 
On all thy priestly bands ; 
When we are interceding, 
And for thy people pleading, 
<iive incense, and hold up our 
hands. 

4 By thine illumination, 
Thy church's situation 

In the true light we trace ; 
We rise from pray'r with blessing, 
O'ercome what is distressing, 
Thro' thee, and run with joy our 
race. 

593.* T. 583. 

JLORD Jesus, may thy blood- 
bought church increase 

From day to day in knowledge 
and in grace; 

To all her choirs those special 
blessings grant, 

Which they in their degree and 
measure want. 

2 Thy servants and thy hand- 
maids keep in faith, 

And ground them all on thy aton- 
ing death ; 

Let those, who have the care of 
souls, by thee 

Be taught; thus will their labor 
prosp'rous be. 

3 May all our pastors who in- 
struct thy sheep, 

Firm to the word of thy atone- 
ment keep : 



To act as in thy sight, O give 

them grace, 
In word and walk may they show 

forth thy praise. 

4 For all our meetings, for each 
conference 

We crave the blessings of thy 

countenance ; 
Keep in the bond of harmony and 

love 
All elders, and their strength in 

weakness prove. 

5 Remain our Lord, our Shep- 
herd, Head and King, 

And each to th' other in subjec- 
tion bring. 

Thy flocks preserve in peace and 
unity, 

And w^alk amongst them with 
complacency. 

6 From grace to grace still far- 
ther lead us on, 

And finish the good work thou 

hast begun, 
That we thy saving name may 

magnify, 
And for thy bitter torments yield 

thee joy. 

7 Thy messengers, who storms 
and waves disdain 

To teach the nations, and their 

souls to gain, 
Bless thou, and touch their lips 

with hallowMfire; 
To witness of thy death, their 

tongues inspire. 

8 May thy w T hole flock by thee, 
their Shepherd, led, 

Afford thee joy and in thy foot- 
steps tread; 
Unto eternal life let us, by faith, 
Feed on the merits of thy blood 
and death. 

9 May all thy people, far and 
near, fulfil, 

Supported by thy aid, thy holy 
will ; 



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To thee all praise, all honor doth 

pertain; 
Let all who love thy name, reply, 

Amen! 



594.* T. 583. 

JL HOU hast thy church appoint- 
ed, Lord, that she 
O'er all the world unto thy praise 



Yea, by thy body and thy precious 

blood 
Thou g-iv'st to her an ever- 

strength'ning food. 



should be: 



7 By thee, as Shepherd of the 
flock, we're led, 

Till we shall join the church now 
perfected: 

Till then thy blessed aim with us 

A church, who in herself is void I K A . ' , . n ,, . . » 
* o. J And teach us m all things to do 

And yet by thee with grace and 
pow'r endow'd. 

2 Teach us to pray for all the 
ran som'd fold: 

Lord! from thy church no need- 
ful gifts withhold; 

As Head and Ruler in thy house 
remain, 

And be the Leader of the witness- 
train. 



3 Grant, that we all may stead- 
fastly adhere 

To those great truths, by thee to 

us made clear; 
Altho' we have but little strength, 

may we, [be. 

Abiding in thy word, preserved 

4 O let thy congregation feel thy 
peace, [crease; 

And daily may her joy in thee in- 
Preserve her graciously from ev'- 

ry harm 
Protect her by thy strong and 

mighty arm. 

5 Grant her to thee an ever free 
access, 

That cheerful to the mark she 

onward press ; 
And far and near, supported by 

thy aid, 
Extend thy knowledge, and thy 

gospel spread. 

6 Thou know'st her wants, and 
comfort dost impart 

Unto each needy, poor and sin- 
sick heart: 



thy will. 

595.* T. 1. 

O SON of God, High-Priest 

and Lamb once slain, 
Behold the purchase of thy bitter 

pain. 

2 Thou seest us here assembled 
in thy name, 

To feel thy gracious presence is 
our aim. 

3 Unto each married pair that 
favor grant, 

Thee and thy church, O Lord, 
to represent. I 

4 O may the single men be fill'd 
with zeal 

To serve and follow thee and do 
thy will. 

5 And grant the single women 
grace to be 

True virgin hearts devoted unto 
thee. 

6 O may the children true obe- 
dience show, 

And, as in years, in grace and 
knowledge grow. 

7 Be thou the consolation, help 
and stay, 

Of widowers and widows, Lord, 
we pray. 

8 Give unto all the needful gifts 
and grace, 

Yea, bless each soul thou hast in 
ev'ry place. 



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596.* T. 11. 

La ORD, with ev'ry needful grace 
Bless thy church in ev'ry place; 
Fill her with thy love divine, 
And each member own as thine. 

2 Grant us all to feel thy peace, 
Set each troubled heart at ease; 
Purify us by thy blood, 
Which hath brought us nigh to 
God. 

597. T. 185. 

GRACIOUS Saviour, bless thy 

congregation, 
Richly all her wants supply; 
Be o.ur only joy and consolation, 
Till we quit mortality: 
Of each weight may we be more 

divested, [lested, 

Live beneath thy sceptre unmo- 
In thy matchless radiance shine, 
Filled with thy love divine. 

2 Cheer thy chosen witnesses, O 

Jesus, 
Who thy dying love proclaim, 
That with joy they may to distant 

places 
Bear thy great and glorious name: 
By thy arm O may they be de- 
fended [ended, 
Till their pilgrimage on earth is 
And they are with thee at rest : 
Lord, we pray, hear our request. 

598.* T. 22. 

IjORD Jesus, with thy presence 

bless, 
By land and sea, thy witnesses ; 
In ev'ry danger them defend, 
In ev'ry trial prove their Friend. 

2 O may thy word in Christendom 
Be blest, and may thy kingdom 

come ; 
May all thy ministers succeed 
In bringing" fruit to thee then* 

Head, 



3 Preserve in constant love and 
peace, [crease 

And thro* thy blessing, still in- 
Thy little flocks, which far and 

near 
In towns and villages appear. 

4 Thy thoughts of peace o'er us 
fulfil, 

Incline our hearts to do thy will ; 

Thy gospel make more fully 

known, [own. 

May all the world thy goodness 

599.* T. 22. 

According to thy mercy, 

Lord, 
True christian faith to us afford, 
That we thy kindness, love and 

grace, [race. 

May taste throughout our future 

2 Hold over us thy gracious hand, 
Protect and keep us to the end 
From earthly noise and misery, 
Retir'd and still to walk with thee. 

3 O grant, that we may thine re- 
main, 

And deeper ground in thee obtain* 
Yea, give us to our latest breath 
T' enjoy the merits of thy death. 

600. T. 22. 

ATTEND, O Saviour, to our 
pray'r! [are; 

All thing's by thy appointment 
The world O govern for the best! 
The Lord of all thou art confest. 

2 Thou who on earth the sick 
didst heal, 

And to the poor thy love reveal, 
O comfort, by a look from thee, 
All who are now in misery. 

3 Nearer and nearer draw us still; 
Might all but know thy holy will: 
Subdue all pride and stubborn- 
ness, 

O Lord, by thy prevailing grace. 



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4 Preserve by thy most gracious 
aid [made ; 

Those who have thee their Refuge 

Grant that, in all things free from 
blame, [name. 

In meekness they may praise thy 

601.* T. 97. 

OFT as the church the bless- 
ings weighs, 
Deriv'd from Jesus' saving grace, 
And ponders on his faithful care, 
Winch she each day doth richly 

share, 
By love constrain'd, to pray she 

is inclin'd 
For the prosperity of all mankind. 

2 For all put in authority 
We supplicate most fervently : 
The magistrates thou hast or- 

dain'd 
Support by thy almighty hand, 
In guarding church and state 

give them success ; 
The land in which we live protect 

and bless. 

3 From strife and tumult, God 
of grace, 

Preserve us, bless the land with 
peace; 



May all. men willingly obey 
Rulers, ordain'd to bear the sway; 
And under their protection, grant 

that we 
May liveiii godliness and honesty. 

602.* T. 1. 

O LORD, asham'd and blush- 
ing we declare, 

That we thy poor insolvent deb- 
tors are. 

2 O lift on us thy gracious coun- 
tenance, 

In mercy look upon our indigence. 

3 Grant us each blessing pur- 
chas'd by thy blood, 

O'erstream our souls with that 
atoning flood. 

603.* T. 151. 

A. MEN, this the conclusion 
Of our petitions be : 
Lord, by thy blood's effusion, 
Let us belong to thee. 
Thus we await, possessing 
True bliss while we are here, 
The time, when joys unceasing 
We once with thee shall share. 



XXXI. Of the Christian Church in general, and the 
Brethren* s Congregations in particular. 



604. T. 167. 

(jLORIOUS things of thee are 
Zion, city of our God! [spoken, 
He, whose words can ne'er be 

broken, 
Form'd thee for his own abode: 
On the Rock of ages founded, 
What can shake thy sure repose ? 
With salvation's walls surround- 

ed, 
Thou mayst smile at all thy fees. 

2 See! the streams of living- wa- 
Springingfrom eternal love, [ters, 



Well supply thy sons and daugh- 
ters, 

And all fear of want remove: | 

Who can faint, while such a 
river 

Ever flows their thirst t' assuDge? 

Grace, which like the Lord, the 
Giver, 

Never fails from age to age. 

3 Round each habitation hov'ring 
See the cloud and fire appear! 
For a glory and a cov'ring, 
Showing that the Lord is near : 



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Thus deriving 1 from their banner 
1 aght by night, and shade by day, 
Safe they feed upon the manna 
Which he gives them when they 
pray. 

4 Blest inhabitants ofZion, 
Wash'd in the Redeemer's blood ! 
Jesus, whom their souls rely on, 
Makes them king's and priests to 

God: 
'Tis his love his people raises 
Over self to reign as kings, 
And as priests, his solemn praises 
Each for a thank-off'ring brings. 

5 Saviour, if of Zion's city 
I thro' grace a member am ; 
Let the world deride or pity, 

1 will glory in thy name: 
Fading is the worldling's pleasure, 
All his boasted pomp and show; 
Solid joys and lasting treasure, 
None but Zion's children know. 

605.* T. 520. 

PRAISE God for ever! 

Boundless is his favor 

To his church and chosen flock, 

Founded on Christ the Rock, 

His almighty Son ; 

On fair mount Zion, 

By his Spirit, grace and word: 

Blest city of the Lord! [foe, 

Thou, in spite of ev'ry pow'rful 

Shalt unshaken stand, and pros- 

p'ring grow, 
'Midst disgrace — -to God's praise, 
Both in love and unity, 
To all eternity. 

2 It plain appeareth, 

As God's word declareth, 
That the Lord his flock defends, 
Thro' mercy, which ne'er ends ; 
As he was of old 
With his chosen fold, 
Thus his pow'r and faithfulness 
We in the church may trace ; 
For our God his people still pro- 
tects 



And 'mongst them his righteous 

throne erects. 
Praises be — giv'n to thee, 
Mighty God, Immanuel, 
That thou with us wilt dwell ! 

3 God, our Salvation, 
Feeds his congregation 
With his word and sacrament; 
All evil doth prevent, 
That the weak and poor 
Here may dwell secure; 
Order is herein maintain'd 
By discipline unstain'd, 
And God's servants watch with 
faithful care [pray'r. 

O'er his flock, and offer fervent 
God our Lord — will afford 
Righteousness, and joy, and peace. 
Until the end of days. 

606.* T. 69. 

HOW amiable 

Thy habitations are! 

Wherein assemble 

Thy christian people dear, 

O Lord, — Thy praises to record 

2 My heart with fervor 
And inward longing pants, 
Thy grace and favor 

To tell there with thy saints, 
Boldly—The truth to testify, 

3 For there thou choosest 
To dwell, my living Tow'r; 
Sweet rest diffusest 

From that place evermore, 
Which thou — Ordained hast 
thereto. 

4 There is asserted 
The new birth spiritual ; 
Souls are converted 

By thy pure gospel's call, 
And there — In Christ's church 
grafted are. 

5 For this I'm longing, 
To be throughout my days 
Thereto belonging, 

Thy holy name to praise, 

And thee — To serve incessantly. 



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6 All those are blessed 
That come into thine house, 
With awe expressed, 

Which deep conviction shows, 
And pray — And to thee homage 
pay. 

7 Thou dost deliver 

Thy church in all distress ; 
Thou art our Saviour; 
Whate'er may us oppress, 
Vict'ry — We may obtain thro' 
thee. 

8 One day is better 

Spent in the christian church, 
Thy praise to utter, 
Than thousands spent in search 
Of joy— In the broad worldly way. 

9 This territory 

The Lord, as Sun, doth light, 

Gives grace and glory, 

And sanctify'd delight 

To all — Who on his mercy call. 

10 Yea, his condition 
How splendid 'tis, O Lord, 
Whom thou admission 
Dost to thy church afford, 

And so— the heav'nly kingdom 
too ! 

11 Thro' grace afford us, 
Dear Lord, church-liberty, 
To each good purpose, 
That we our days employ 

With care — Thy holy word to 
hear. 

607. T. 161. 

HlGHLY favor'd congregation, 
Founded firm on Christ the Rock! 
Own with thanks and adoration, 
He's the Shepherd, we his flock ; 
He's our Saviour, — whose great 

favor 
We've 'midst many trials proved, 
We're unworthy, yet beloved. 

2 Most who enter your blest bor- 
ders, [aim ; 
View with awe your Master's 



And your government and orders 
Prompt them to revere his name. 
Lord most holy! — may we truly 
| Prize our great predestination 
In thy chosen congregation. 

3 Think, my soul, how great the 
favor 

In Jehovah's courts to dwell! 

There poor sinners meet their Sa- 
viour ; 

There the sin-sick souls grow well . 

Was not Jesus — always gracious, 

When we, conscious how we 
failed, 

To his loving heart appealed? 

4 Here by faith we're humbly 
eying 

Our Redeemer on the cross ; 
We behold him bleeding, dying, 
To gain endless bliss for us. 
Here is ready — for the needy, 
Meat and drink at Jesus' table, 
Which t' explain we are not able 

5 In thy family, O Jesus, 

Love should more and more a- 

bound, 
This thy word and Spirit teach us, 
As its mark to all around. 
May we learning — and discerning' 
Both thy doctrine and example, 
Be in truth thy holy temple. 

6 Grant, that 'mongst thy chosen 
people 

Each may serve thee evermore, 
FolPwing thee as thy disciple, 
And in spirit thee adore, 
Gracious Saviour — with heart's 

fervor, 
May we walk as thine anointed, 
In the path thou hast appointed. 

60S.* T. 166. 

UNFATHOM'D wisdom of our 

King! 
In stillness he collects his flock, 
Leads on, doth to perfection bring, 
And ground it on himself, the 

Rock; 



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With little hurry, noise or show, 
He safely guideth ev'ry soul: 
No more the blinded worldcan do, 
Than scorn and ridicule the whole. 

2 Thy church, great Saviour,! 
bought with blood, 

Despis'd of men, but dear to thee, 
Esteems thy cross a pleasant load, j 
An easy yoke, thrice happy she ! 
When, bearing thy reproach be- 1 
low, [grace, j 

She still partakes of thy free j 
The grace thou richly dost bestow, 
And which affliction's load out- 
weighs. 

3 Thou hast, with shepherd's 
faithfulness, 

Brought many souls to thy blest 

fold, 
Made them partakers of thy grace, 
Amongst thy foll'wers them en- 
roled : 
They yield thee pleasure and de- 
light, 
When they thy voice hear an d obey, 
And while they in thy love unite, 
Thou guid'st them thro' life's 
narrow way. 

4 We humbly pray, support the 
weak, 

Support thy children by thy grace; 
Thou know'st for thee a-thirst we 

seek, 
Kind Master of thy chosen race! 
W T e know thy faithfulness and 

love, 
Thy mercy all our wants supplies; 
May spirit, soul and body prove 
To thee a pleasing sacrifice. 

5 By thee protected, gracious 
Lord, 

O may we ever live secure; 
Led by thy Spirit, grace and word, 
Relying on thy cov'nant sure: 
Thy work O prosper and defend, 
We're feeble, but confide in thee; 
Let thy true foll'wers to the end 
Amidst oppression conqu'rors be. 



609.* T. 22. 

A.S long as Jesus Lord remains, 
Each day new rising glory gains, 
It was, it is, and will be so 
With his church militant below ! 

2 Our only stay is Jesus' grace, 
In ev'ry time and ev'ry place; 
And Jesus' blood-bought right- 
eousness [dress. 

Remains his church's glorious 

3 All self-dependence is but vain, 
Christ doth our Corner-stone re- 
main, [stay 

Our Rock, which will unshaken 
When heav'n and earth are fled 
away. 

4 The Spirit which anointed 
Christ, [tiz'd, 

By which th' apostles were bap- 
Proceeding from the church's 

Head, 
Is giv'n to us, and makes us glad. 

5 That cause shall never suffer 
harm, [arm : 

Which rests on Jesus' mighty 
What men can do, we need not 

fear, 
No foe shall even touch a hair. 

6 For these our God hath num- 
ber' d all, [fall: 

Without his leave not one can 
If in the least he is so true, 
What will he not in greater do ? 

7 He is and shall remain our 
Lord, 

Our confidence is in his word : 
And, while our Jesus reigns above, 
His church will more than con- 
qu'ror prove. 

610.* T. 68. 

CHURCH of Christ, be glad, 
Praise thy Lord and Head; 
Grounded on thy Saviour's merit, 
That thou'rt filled with his Spirit 
Is perceiv'd, and this 
Proves that thou art his. 



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2 For the Lamb of God 
Fixeth his abode 

In his ransom'd congregation, 
And true joy and consolation, 
Grace and truth, abound 
Where the Lord is found. 

3 All thy strength and life 
From Christ's death derive, 
And proclaim his bitter passion 
As the cause of man's salvation, 
Showing forth his praise 

Till the end of days. 

611.* T. 114. 

BRIDE of the Lamb, thou fa- 

vor'd congregation, 
Thou fruit of Jesus' cross, dear 

cov'nant flock, 
Securely built on him th' eternal 

Hock, 
Rejoice in him, the God of thy 

salvation, 
Reap all the blessings he design'd 

for thee, 
Grow in his grace and knowledge 

constantly. 

2 Thy glory be to all the world 
displayed, 

To all mankind his dying love 
proclaim, 

Awake, put on thy strength, 
Jerusalem, 

And in thy beauteous garments 
be arrayed; 

Break forth, extend thyself both 
far and near, 

That thousands still thy happi- 
ness may share. 

612. T. 14. 

XXA1L, church of Christ, bought 

with his blood! 
The world I freely leave; 
Ye children of the living God, 
Me in your tents receive. 

2 Bride of the Lamb, I'm one in 

heart 
With thee thro' boundless grace; 



And I will never from thee part. 
This bond shall never cease. 

3 Closely I'll follow Christ with 
I'll go thy safest road ; [thee, 
Thy people shall my people be, 
And thine shall be my God. 

4 And am I, Jesus, one of those 
Who in thy fold have place? 
Who, gather' d round th' erected 

cross, 
Enjoy redeeming grace? 

5 O yes, nor would I change my 
For all this world can give, [lot 
By grace I'll keep the place I've 
And only to thee cleave. [got, 

613.* T. 26. 

REDEEMED souls, adore and 

praise 
Our merciful and gracious God, 
For all the blessings he bestow'd, 
For all the wonders of his grace. 

2 The Lord for us great things 
hath done, [due; 

Our warmest thanks to him are 
We trace his goodness when we 

view 
His church, where he erects his 

throne. 

3 We humbly take what he'll be- 
stow, [grace' 

Who would refuse his boundless 
O may his church in ev'ry place 
His blessed views more fully 
know. 

4 We all in spirit are agreed, 
To follow Jesus as his flock, 

To build on him, our only Kock, 
And on the path of life proj 

5 And tho' a rugged path it be, 
On which we oft with trials meet, 
And many dangers us beset; 

It leads to true felicity. 

6 The Father's garden here below 
With patience must be watch'd 

indeed; 



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For, as in nature 'tis, the seed 
Must die before the plant can 
grow. 

7 Here is our hand; us, Lord, as- 
sist [and shame, 
To serve thee 'midst reproach 
And thy atonement to proclaim, 
Until we in thy presence rest. 

614.* T. 205. 

RlSE, exalt our Head and King; 
Praise the Lord who ever lives ! 
Glad we are his praise to sing"; 
He his people's praise receives. 
On his pow'rful day they rise, 
OfPring free-will sacrifice; 
His victorious triumph this, 
Since hell's host defeated is. 

2 Ye, who Jesus' death proclaim, 
Service yield to him with joy, 
Praise with ev'ry breath his name, 
Grace t' extol be your employ j 
Grace supports us ev'ry day, 
Leads us in the narrow way; 
'Tis thro' grace alone that we 
Can obtain the victory. 

3 Gracious Lord, may we believe, 
Venture all on thy free grace, 
Boldly things not seen achieve, 
Trusting in thy promises ; 
Faith thy people's strong hold is, 
Their employment daily this, 
To proceed on paths unknown, 
Leaning on thy grace alone. 

4 Christ, thy all-atoning death 
Is our life while here below ; 
Strengthen thou our feeble faith, 
Constantly thy aid bestow ; 

In thy mercy we confide, 
Safely to the end us guide; 
Zion, if thy Head depart, 
Void of life and strength thou art. 

5 Lord, thy body ne'er forsake, 
Ne'er thy congregation leave ; 
We to thee our refuge take, 

Of thy fulness we receive: 
Ev'ry other help be gone, 
Thou art «ur support alone, 

11 



For on thy supreme commands 
All the universe depends. 

615.* T. 166. 

ThY church, O Lamb of God, 
appears [shame; 

Before thee, fill'd with humble 
Our eyes o'erflow with grateful 
tears, [name, 

With melted hearts we praise thy 
For the disco v'ries of thy grace, 
And proofs of all thy faithful care, 
Experienc'd in so various ways, 
Of which each soul can witness 
bear. 

2 With thanks we call to mind 
the day 

On which the power of thy blood 
We felt, when chain'd by sin we 

lay, 
As sinners dead and void of good; 
The willing slaves of sin and death, 
We were, and enemies to thee; 
But, granting us a living faith, 
Thou from the curse didst set us 

free. 

3 Is there a thing- that warms the 
heart, 

That stirs up gratitude and love, 
It is the grace thou dost impart, 
Thy blood, the pow'r of which 

we prove : 
We sink astonish'd at thy feet, 
Thy mercy's an un fathom 'd sea; 
How can we find expressions 

meet, 
Who but so lately loved thee? 

4 The word of Jesus' bloody sweat, 
Of his dire passion, wounds and 

death, [trate, 

With pow'r our souls doth pene- 
And quicken with life-giving 

breath : 
The pow'r s of hell this vanquishes, 
This doth the church of Christ 

maintain, 
Tho' Satan to the threshold press, 
Christ's blood won't let him en- 
trance gain. 
2 



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Of the Christian Church in general, 



5 Who in the Spirit's light can 
trace [clare, 

The church of God, he must de- 
It is alone thro' Jesus' grace, 
That she abiding fruit can bear : 
To him all honor doth pertain, 
Who by his blood made her his 

own ; [strain : 

Her choirs repeat in cheerful 
" The Lord for us great things 

hath done." 

6 The church of Christ who 
views aright, 

He sees a glorious master -piece, 
And must with wonder and de- 
light 
Adore him, who the Author is : 
Her beauty plainly doth appear 
To those who have discerning eyes; 
Her songs delight the ravish'd ear 
Of all who know celestial joys. 

7 She Christ, her faithful Shep- 
herd, knows, 

Attends to his instructive voice, 
Amidst adversity she grows, 
In her election doth rejoice, 
Is by the Holy Spirit led: 
The blood of covenant maintains 
Her union with the Lord her Head, 
In whom she constant vict'ry 
gains. 



616.* 



T. ±55. ' 



C HURCH of Christ, sing and 

rejoice, 
Bring theLord thro' all thy classes 
Thanks and praises, 
Glory, honor, might and pow'r, 
Evermore; 

Since he is our Head and Saviour, 
And his mercy, grace and favor 
Richly doth on us bestow. 

2 When we on his faithfulness, 

Love and mercy duly ponder, 

Lost in wonder, 

We desire his name to praise; 

For his grace, 

Love and goodness never ceaseth, 



He the number still increaseth 
Of the church in which he rules. 

3 Highly favor'd church, thou art 
Still beyond all contradiction, 
'Midst affliction, 

By the Lord, who thee redeem'd, 
Much esteem'd: 

Therefore, may thy whole be- 
haviour, 
Be an honor to thy Saviour, 
Whose great mercy never ends. 

4 Tho' thou hast but little 
strength, 

Let thy faith be manifested, 

And attested 

By unfeigned love to him ; 

Serve his name 

With true zeal in ev'ry station, 

As his feeble congregation, 

Which relies on his support. 

617.* T. 121. 

O LORD, thy church which now 

Sits at thy footstool low, 

Adores and praises thee; 

The worth she well doth know 

Of thy election free, * 

Placing in thy grace 

All her happiness. 

2 We in thy ways proceed, 
Refresh' d and comforted; 
With us in mercy bear, 
And daily forward lead 
Thy flock with tender care, 
Yea, at ev'ry step, 

Us protect and keep. 

3 Of thee both far and near 
We gladly witness bear; 
With joy and humble shame, 
To sinners ev'ry where 

We publish in thy name, 
That thy blood makes clean 
From all guilt and sin. 

4 O give us that good part, 
A sanctified heart, 

Each needful gift and grace, 
Dear Lord, to us impart; 
Form us unto thy praise; 



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And procured 

For all those who trust in thee 

Mercy free ; 

Now thy ransom'd congregation 

Hath thee for her sole foundation, 

Here and in eternity. 

3 Since thou hast deliver'd us 
From the yoke of ev'ry stranger 
And all danger, 
In thee, Saviour of the lost ! 
Is our boast; 

From thy all-sufficient merit 
We eternal life inherit, 
For thy blood hath paid the cost. 

4 May thyransom'dpeople, Lord, 
To thy inmost courts admitted, 
For priests nited, 
Offering pray'r and praise to thee 
Willingly, 

Prize their glorious destination, 
Yield to thee their ministration, 
And thy faithful foll'wers be. 

5 Sanctify us for thyself, 
From each thing by thy soul 
Separated, [hated 
Freed from this world's sinful 
Grant us grace, [ways ; 
In our walk and whole demeanor, 
As new creatures, thee to honor, 
And thy holy name to praise. 

6 Deep engrave it in our hearts, 
How by thee we are esteemed, 
Why redeemed! 
Ev'n to practise in these days 
Heaven's ways, 

'Midst all poverty and weakness, 
To grow up into thy likeness, 
And at judgment be thy praise. 

7 O lift up thy coimtenance 
On thy church ; in love remember 
Ev'ry member; 

Might none, who would not be 
Enter in ; [thine, 

May we all, in thee believing-, 
Grace for grace from thee re- 
ceiving, 

Xeedful strength and succor gain. 



Thro' thy aid may we 
Yield true joy to thee. 

5 O Lamb, for sinners slain, 
For evermore remain, . 
Unto thy foll'wers nigh; 
Let us thy aim attain, 
Daily thy grace enjoy ; 
Never from us move, 
Keep us in thy love. 

618.* T. 26. 

W HO can the love of Christ ex- 
press [deemed, 
To those, who by his blood re- 
Are as the heirs of life esteemed ? 
He owns them as his chosen race. 

2 With thanks before his throne 
appear, [gregation, 

And praise his name, dear con- 
For ev'ry proof and demonstra- 
tion, 
That you his favor'd people are. 

3 We know his boundless love 
and grace, [favor, 

Enjoy his goodness, care and 
He keeps his covenant for ever; 
Can aught exceed his faithful- 
ness ? 

4 O might this church of Christ 
always 

Be to the world a bright example, 
How, by the Holy Ghost, a temple 
May be constructed to his praise. 

619. T. ±55. 

jESUS,slaughter'dPrinceoflife, 
Thy remembrance ever raises 
Thanks and praises; 
And thy love, when shed abroad, 
Lamb of God, [thee, 

Prompts us, gather'd here before 
With abasement to adore thee 
For thy surf'rings, wounds and 
blood. 

2 To redeem us from the fall 
Thou hast death for us endured, 



200 Of the Christian 

620. T. 79. 

A HRICE happy congregation, 
For thy predestination 
Adore the suff'ring Lamb ; 
Who, ffiov'd by love unbounded, 
To purchase thee, was wounded, 
Tlie cross endur'd, despis'd the 
shame. . 

2 It ne'er can be expressed 
In words, how thou art blessed; 
Thy happy lot hold fast ; 
Thy ransom, so expensive, 
Is surely more extensive, 
Than barely to be sav'd at last. 

3 O yes, our grace-election, 
By our kind Lord's direction, 
Is of a nobler kind; 
John's portion to inherit, 
To be with Christ one spirit, 
Rightly acquainted with his mind. 

4 To learn how, with precision, 
In each state and conditio:), 
To execute his will ; 
His ev'ry intimation 
Be our heart's inclination 
To understand, and then fulfil. 

5 To tliis world crucified, 
For his use sanctified, 
In body and in soul, 
Till we to his full stature 
Are grown, and of his nature 
Partakers are, throughout the 

whole. 

6 A bow of grace, appearing 
To the world, witness bearing 
That God is well inclin'd; 
A light, whose radiation, 
From Christ's illumination 
Deriv'd, may shine to all mankind. 

7 The Father's kind inspection, 
His blessing and protection, 
Be daily our support; 
The Holy Spirit's leading, 
And Jesus' pow'rful pleading, 
Convey us through this world un- 
hurt. 



Church in general, 

621.* T. 10. 

ClIURCH of Christ, thy des- 
tination 

Is to joy in him by faith ; 

He hath purchas'd thy salvation, 

He hath ransom'd thee from 
death. 

2 Sin-sick souls, repair forhealing 
To his stripes and bleeding 

wounds; 
Then retain a grateful feeling 
Of the grace which there abounds. 

3 In all wants, in all distresses, 
Thence deriving sure relief; 
Looking daily unto Jesus, 

Who to gladness turns your grief; 

4 Join his church in this confes- 
sion : 

" I am sinful, weak and poor, 
But my Saviour's birth and passion 
Prove to me the richest store." 

5 " Xought but Jesus' grace, his 
merit, [ness, 

And his blood-bought righteous- 
Is the cause why 1 inherit 
Life and peace and holiness." 

6 Jesus' death thy strength abid- 
Church of Philadelphia ; [eth ; 
lie who in aught else confidcth 
Goes Laodicea's way. 

622. T. 164. 

O THOU, who out of sin's dark 

night 
Hast us, thy children, called; 
And hast thy glorious gospel -light 
Unto our hearts revealed; 
Abas'd with shame we all 
Before thee humbly fall, 
And render for electing* grace 
To thee, Lord Jesus, thanks and 

praise. 

2 The patience, love, unweary'd 

care, 
Abundant grace and blessing, 
Thou dost bestow from year to 
Is truly past expressing; [year, 



and the Brethren's Congregations in particular. 201 



Great mercy thou hast shown 

To us, we freely own, 

Yet hath thy aim, most faithful 

Friend, 
With us not fully been obtain'd. 

3 "What rich returns of thankful- 
ness 

From us might be expected! 
"Who, that we might show forth 

thy praise, 
Have been thro' grace elected; 
But here we blush for shame, 
Unworthy of the name [call 

We bear, while of our heav'nly 
As yet so very short we fall. 

4 May we show forth continually, 
In our whole conversation, 
What we to others testify 

Of thee and thy salvation; 
May all men in us see 
Our words and works agree, 
Then shall we of redeeming love 
To others a sweet savor prove. 

5 But are there such among us 
still, [warmed, 

Whose hearts thy love ne'er 
Who, the' their wretched state 

they feel, 
Are not thereby alarmed ; 
O rouse them from death's sleep, 
That they may pray and weep, 
And flee as sinners to thy wounds, 
Where, for the vilest, grace a- 

bounds. 

623.* T. 126. 

JL O God, the great Creator, 
The Lord of earth and heav'n, 
Who rules all things in nature, 
Eternal praise be giv'n: 
That blessed Lamb, which John 

once saw 
As if it had been slaughter 'd, 
We now revere with awe. 

2 Thou ransom'd church of Jesus, 
The Saviour's happy bride, 
Arise, show forth his praises 
Who for thee bled and oVd; 



Ye, tho' a people poor and mean, 
Of God are highly honor'd, 
Because the Lamb was slain. 

3 In our degree and measure 
His love we will proclaim; 
In lowliness with pleasure 
Yield service to his name; 
The church with tender care he'll 

guide, 
And will in ev'ry trial 
Our sure Support abide. 

624.* T. 58. 

U THOU whose goodness words 

can ne'er express ! 
Daily lift up thy friendly, loving 

face 
On the congregation, her choirs 

and classes, 
Let us perceive in all our streets 

and places Thy peace divine, 

2 In labor, or at rest, O Lord, 
bedew 

With thy most precious blood 
what e'er we do ; 

Let thy gracious presence sur- 
round us ever, 

As tho' our longing eyes enjoy' d 
the favor Thee to behold. 

3 With fervor all thy people's 
hearts inspire, 

And to enjoy thy grace be our 

desire ; 
May thy love, dear Saviour, to 

love cons tram us, 
And closely in the bond of peace 

maintain us, As one 'fore thee! 

4 We surely are a work of thy 
own hand, 

Sinners, on whom thou'st deign'd 

thy blood to spend, 
By the Holy Spirit to thee directed, 
A cov'nant people, by free grace 

elected To serve thy name. 

5 Grant, that we all, both young 
and old, may prove 

True witnesses of thy redeeming 
i love; 



202 



Of the Christian Church in general, 



Showing forth thy praises, may 

we adore thee, 
And humbly walk in grace and 

truth before thee, 

Till we go hence. 

6 May'st thou with us thy gra- 
cious aim obtain; 

Grant, that thy church may con- 
stant vict'ry gain : 

May we, truly conscious that we 
are needy, 

To look to thee in faith be always 
ready, And trust thy pow'r. 

7 Might ev'ry one who knows us, 
clearly trtice 

In all thy people unction, truth 

and grace; 
That whoe'er approacheth thy 

congregation, 
May feel and own it from a clear 

persuasion, 

" The Lord is here." 

623.* T.26. 

O LORD, lift up thy counte- 
nance [thine; 
Upon thy church, and own us 
Impart to us thy peace divine, 
And blessings unto all dispense. 

2 'Tis our desire to follow thee, 
And from experience to proclaim 
Salvation in thy blessed name: 

1) bless thy servants' ministry. 

3 Thy mercy is our only stay, 
Direct us by thy holy word, 
Thy Spirit's light to us afford, 
Preserve us, lest we go astray. 

4 O Well of life, we pant for thee, 
In copious streams thy thirstv 

flock 
Desires to drink of thee, the Rock, 
And thirst no more eternally. 

5 Thy grace thou freely dost be- 
stow, 

This is our only plea and claim, 
We blush 'fore thee with con- 
scious shame, [know. 
Our many faults and wants we 



6 To thee, O Lord our Righteous- 
ness, [clean 
Who by thy blood hast wash'd us 
From ev'ry spot and stain of sin, 
We give unfeigned thanks and 
praise. 

626.* T. 244. 

IjORD, may the congregation, 
Establish'd on thy death, 
Enjoy thy great salvation, 
And daily live by faith! 
Believing in thy blood, 
That all-atoning flood; 
Grant, we may cleave for ever 
To thee our highest Good ! 

2 Unfold thy grace's treasure, 
And all our hearts prepare, 
That we may in fall measure 
In thy salvation share: 

O may thy looks of grace 
Insure our happiness ; 
Uphold us, and for ever 
Set us before thy face. (Psalm 
xli. 12.) 

3 Let us 'fore thee abased, 
Be daily more and more 

To taste thy friendship raised; 

Prepare, we thee implore, 

Amidst thy chosen race' 

Still many witnesses, 

Who can from heart's experience 

Proclaim redeeming grace. 

4 We will of Jesus' passion 
And meritorious death 

Ne'er cease to make confession, 
Till we give up our breath, 
Till we in heav'nly light 
Shall see his face most bright, 
And with the saints in glory 
In songs of praise unite. 

627.* T. 30. 

LilFT up thy piere'd hands, 

most gracious Saviour, 
O'er thy church, and pour out all 
Which in thy loving [that favor. 
And kind heart for us is ever 
moving. 



and the Brethren's Congregations in particular. 203 

For Salem's bulwarks, holy walls 
and tow'rs, 

Shall stand in spite of all oppos- 
ing* pow'rs. 

631.* T. 56. 

JL HOU whose name is :||: inex- 
pressible, [searchable, 
And whose counsels :((: are un- 
Thou, who from eternity 
Didst the time and place decree, 
Where securely :||: thy dear flock 
should dwell. 

2 Spread thy blessing* :||: here and 

ev'ry where, 
Far surpassing* :|{: all our thoughts 

and pray'r; 
When we have performed all 
To fulfil thy gracious call, 
After labor :jj: we sweet rest shall 

share. 

632.* T/132. 

JL HE Spirit of the witnesses 
Rests on the congregation, 
Excites her to proclaim free grace 
In Christ's propitiation; 
And teacheth her when to rejoice. 
When to lift up her cheerful voice, 
And when to weep in silence. 

633.* T. 79. 

A HOU know'st, the congrega- 
tion 
Hath thee for her foundation, 
Whate'er the world may say; 
Grant us to cleave for ever 
To thee, our faithful Saviour, 
May love among us bear the sway, 

634.* T. 106. 

jLa ORD, may not one among us be 
Who trifles with his call of grace, 
None who believes not heartily 
In thee, the Lord our Righteous- 
ness; 
But grant, that, prompted by thy 

love, 
We all to thee may faithful prove. 



2 To thy care ourselves we now 

surrender, 
Of our lives to thee we make a 
Protect and lead us, [tender, 

As our faithful Shepherd daily 

feed us. 

628.* T. 58. 

XXOLD o'er thy church, Lord, 

thy protecting- hand, 
And in thy truth O may she ever 

stand; 
May thy ransom'd people show 

forth thy praises, 
And be devoted to thy name, 

Lord Jesus, 

Until thou com'st. 

2 Preserve thy church, Lord Jesus, 

ev'ry where, 
And grant that she rich fruit for 

thee may bear; 
Build her outward structure, fill 

her with glory, 
And let each member praise thee 

and adore thee, 

And serve thy name. 

629.* T. 582. 

J- HE happy church of Christ 
Stands to this very day; 
Those who are chosen daily find 
To her an open way. 

2 Lord Jesus, when we trace 
Thy gracious call and aim 
With us, thy flock, we render 
Unto thy holy name. [praise 

3 Thou open'st us a door, 
Our little strength thou know'st, 
Assist us, Lord, we thee implore, 
To call to thee the lost. 

630.* T. 583. 

HoW bold and vain th' attempt 

to overthrow 
The blessed church of Jesus 

Christ below ! 



201 Of the Christian Church in general, &c. 



635.* T. 151. 

O JESUS Christ, most holy! 
Head of the church, thy bride, 
Each day in us more fully 
Thy name be magnify'd; 
O may in each believer 
Thy love its pow'r display, 
And none among" us ever, 
From thee, our Shepherd, stray. 

63G.* T. 146. 

JL ORD, teach me how to prize 
My great predestination; 
And thankful to rejoice 
With thy dear congregation, 
Redeemed with thy blood; 
Grant me a child-like faith 
Among thy flock, O God! 
Until my latest breath. 

637.* T. 208. 

IjORD, thy body's Saviour, 

Shepherd and Preserver, 

If times numberless, 

We, thy congregation, 

Paid our adoration 

For electing grace, 

Yet should we — great debtors be: 

Take us all as an oblation 

For thy bitter passion ! 

638.* T. 161. 

J ESUS, hear our supplication, 
'Tis thy pleasure 
Those to bless, who to thee cleave: 
Grant us stronger demonstration 
Of thy favor, [ceive; 

Than our weak minds can con- 
Help the feeble — us enable, 
In thy blest path of salvation, 
Bold and joyful 
To go thro' each faith's gradation. 



Let ev'ry member feel thy peace; 
Thy servants protect, O most 

gracious Lord, 
And always direct by thy holy 

word, 
Yea, grant them with boldness 

thy death to proclaim, 
And life and remission of sins thro' 

thy name. 

610. T. 586. 

HlGH-PRIEST of thy church 
dispensation, 

Lift up, we pray, thy pierced 
hand, [gation, 

And bless thy ransom'd congre- 

In ev'ry place, by sea or land; 

Before thy Father's throne remem- 
ber 

By name each individual member; 

Thy face upon us shine, 

Grant us thy peace divine; 

For we are thine! 

611.* T. 590. 

O THOU, whose mercies far 

exceed 
All we can think or say, 
As in thy people thou indeed 
Dost daily more display j 
Let for our happiness, O God, 
Onus, while here below, 
By virtue of thy death and blood, 
Still thousand blessings flow. 

2 Lord Jesus, let us be thine own, 
And ever thine remain, 
We now ourselves to thee com- 
mend, 
With thy whole chosen train : 
Till thou shalt fully have ob tain M 
With us thy thoughts of peace, 
When we, in joys which never end, 
Shall see thee face to face. 



639.* T. 221. 612.* T. 590. 

O LORD, let thy countenance oHELTER our souls most gra- 

friendly and gracious ciously 

Shine clearly on thy chosen race; 'Within thy open'd side; 
To thee we commend ourselves i Move them from ev'ry harm awn; . , 

jointly, to bless us, | And in thy safeguard hide: 



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O let our names in life's blest rolls 
Inscrib'd be ever found, 
And in life's bundle may oar souls 
Be fast and firmly bound! 

613.* T. 121. 

IX Jesus' love and peace, 
On earth's extended face, 
Dwell our congregations : 
Roth here and o'er the seas, 
We raise our supplications, 
That the God of grace 



All of us may bless, 
Till the end "of days. 

644.* T. 121. 

IiORD Jesus, by thy death, 
Whereon we trust by faith, 
Thy wounds, thy pierced side, 
Thy agony and sweat, 
Preserve the church, thy bride, 
Till thou com'st again, 
Prince of life once slain! :": 



XXXII. Of the Servants and Witnesses of the Lord, and 
the Spreading of his Kingdom upon Earth, 



645.* T. 166. 

HlGH on his everlasting throne, 
The Lord of hosts his work sur- 
veys, [own, 
He marks the souls which are his 
And smiles on his peculiar race; 
He rests well pleas' d their toil to 

see, 
Beneath his easy yoke they move, 
With all their heart and strength 

agree 
In the sweet labor of his love. 

2 His eye the world at once looks 
A vast uncultivated field, [thro', 
Mountains and vailies meet his 

view, 
And all the barren prospect yield; 
Clear'dof the thorns by civil care, 
A few less dreary wastes are seen, 
Yet still they all continue bare, 
And not one spot of earth is green. 

3 See, where the servants of their 
A busy multitude appear, [God, 
For Jesus day andnight employ 'd, 
The ground for him they toil to 

clear; 
The love of Christ their hearts 

constrains, [hands, 

And strengthens their unweary'd 
They spendxheir blood, and sweat, 

and pains, 
To cultivate Immanuel's lands. 



4 Where'er the faithful lab'rers 
are, 

The steps of industry we view, 
They Satan's seed root up with 

care, 
And in its stead the gospel sow; 
This seed they water with their 

tears, 
Then long for the returning word, 
Happy if all their pains and cares 
Can bring forth fruit to please 

their Lord. 

5 Jesus their work delighted sees, 
Their industry vouchsafes to 

crown, 
He kindly gives the wish'd in- 
crease, [down; 
And sends the promis'd blessing 
Then plenteous show'rs of grace 

bedew 

And fructify the parched g-round, 

The plants spring up, they thrive 

and grow, [round. 

The earth looks fruitful all a- 

6 He prospers all his servants' 
toils, 

And us his flock in mercy chose; 
Yea, on us undeserved smiles, 
Andchoicestblessingshebestows: 
We, foll'wers of the bleeding 

Lamb, 
Will firmly to his word adhere, 



206 Of the Servants and Witnesses of the Lord, 



Of him, amidst reproach and 

shame, 
With joy our testimony bear. 

7 Here many faithful souls are 
found, [dow'd, 

With genuine love to Christ en- 
Led by the Holy Ghost, and 

crown'd 
As king's and priests to serve their 

God; 
Burning' with zeal, by love divine 
Constraint, themselves they free- 
ly give, [resign, 
Their wealth and life for Christ 
For him they gladly die or live. 

8 What can we offer thee, O 
Lord? 

How worthily set forth thy praise? 

Fain would we preach thy saving 
word 

And dying love in ev'ry place; 

In thee believe, thee love andserve; 

To thee our life, our all we owe, 

Who dost 'midst danger us pre- 
serve, 

And mercies numberless bestow. 

9 O may our lives thy pow'r pro- 
claim, 

Thy grace for ev'ry sinner free, 
That thousands still may know 

thy name, 
Humbly adore and worship thee; 
Open a door, which earth and hell 
Striving to shut, may strive in 

vain; [dwell 

Grant, that thy word may richly 
Among us, and our fruit remain. 

646.* T. 590. 

IS this indeed our happy lot, 
T' exalt thee, slaughter'd Lamb! 
Who art thou! who can right de- 
scribe 
Thy great and glorious name ! 
And who are we, that we should 
This mighty task in hand! [take 
We helpless sinners, base and vile, 
Sure we must blushing stand. 



2 There hast thou us, most gra- 
cious King! 

To thee our hearts are bound; 
Our knowledge yet extends not 
O grant us deeper ground : [far, 
That each beholder may in us 
Thy image clearly trace, 
And in our words and walk dis- 
That we are led by grace, [cern 

3 In these our days exalt thy 
name, 

Thy precious gospel spread, 
That for the travail of thy soul 
Thou may'st behold thy seed; 
O may thy knowledge fill the 
Increase the number still [earth, 
Of those who in thy word believe, 
And do thy holy will. 

4 Thanks, Jesus, for thy sacred 
blood, 

That precious healing stream ; 
All without this is cold and dead, 
However good it seem ; 
That virtue is of no avail, 
Which takes not hence its rise : 
Thy blood were else of no effect, 
That blood of so great price. 

5 Lord, by thy Spirit us prepare 
To follow thy command; 

To execute thy utmost aim, 
And in thy presence stand, 
As servants willing to be us'd, 
Who in thy work delight, 
And offer freely praise and pray'r, 
As incense, day and night. 

6 Hereto we cheerful say Amen! 
We have this truth avow'd, 
That we in spirit, body, soul, 
Are bound to serve our God, 
Who touch'd, and drew, and 

woo'd our hearts, 
And conquer'd us by love; 
To him we have engag'd ourselves, 
O may we faithful prove! 

647.* T. 90. 

PRAISE be to God the Holy 

Ghost, 
Who Jesus in the heart displays, 



and the Spreading of his Kingdom upon Earth. 207 



That he thenum'rous faithful host 
Of blest departed witnesses, 
Who now in heav'n are perfected, 
To Christ by his instruction led. 

2 Christ crucify'd we own as God, 
Tho' we were scorn'd by all man- 
kind, 

He is our Motto most avow'd; 
To such in spirit we are join'd, 
And them as brethren gladly own, 
Who by this Shibboleth are known. 

3 He, who was scorned on the 
tree, 

He, whom his nation still disown, 
Who marks with glorious infamy 
All who are as his foil Vers 

known, 
He is the church's Lord and Head, 
By whom we graciously are led. 

4 We stand unto this very hour 
In one firm bond of peace and love; 
We are at enmity no more, 

But reconcil'd to God above: 
As children we by him are own'd, 
Since Christ for all our sins at on'd. 

5 All ye who gospel-preachers are, 
Adhere to Jesus crucify'd, 

And watch with unremitting care, 
That you in your first love abide ; 
Whoe'er forsakes it can't but feel 
A want of apostolic zeal. 

6 Heralds of grace, would ye 
commence, 

Of grace first self-experienc'd be; 
And by the gospel you dispense 
Yourselves be reconcil'd and free: 
When pardon, grace, and life you 

find, 
Then publish it to all mankind. 

7 We join the ransom'd church 
of God, 

His blood-bought, blood-be- 
sprinkled train, 
To publish the good news abroad, 
That only thro' the Lamb once 
slain 



The world may gain a full release 
From all their sins, and endless 
grace. 

8 Christ's ransom'd people rest 
enjoy, 

Upon his arm they lean in peace, 
To follow him is their employ, 
In this mostblessedtime of grace: 
They preach their Saviour cru- 
cify'd, [side. 
Determin'd nought to know be- 

9 In life they witness this, with 
pow'r [heart, 

That strikes and fastens in the 
And when this mortal period's 

o'er, [part, 

And they in peace to Christ de- 
Their dying looks, serene and fair, 
Bear witness that they christians 

are. 

648. T. 90, 

1 HE doctrine of our dying Lord, 
The faith he on mount Calv'ry 

seal'd, 
We sign, asserting ev'ry word 
Which in his gospel is reveal'd, 
As truth divine, and curs'd are 

they 
Who add thereto or take away. 

2 We stedfastly this truth main- 
tain, [one ; 

That none is righteous, no, not 
That in the Lamb, for sinners 

slain, 
We're j us tify'd by faith alone; 
And all who in his name believe, 
Christ and his righteousness re- 
ceive. 

3 Our works and merits we dis- 
claim, 

Opposing all self-righteousness, 
Ev'n our best actions we condemn 
As ineffectual, and confess, 
W\hoe'er thereon doth place his 

trust, 
And not on Jesus, will be lost, 



208 Of the Servants and Witnesses of the Lord, 



4 He is our Master, Lord andGod, 
The fulness of the Three in One ; 
His life, death, righteousness and 

blood, 
Our faith's foundation is alone ; 
His Godhead and his death shall 
Our theme to all eternity. [be 

5 On him we'll venture all we 
have, 

Our lives, our all to him we owe ; 
Xone else is able us to save, 
Xought but the Saviour will we 

know; [hand, 

This we subscribe' with heart and 
Resolv'd thro' grace thereby to 

stand. 

6 This now with heav'n's resplen- 
dent host 

We echo thro' the church of God, 
Among- the heathen make our 

boast 
Of Jesus' saving death and blood; 
We loud, like many waters, join, 
in showing* forth his love divine. 

649. T. 166. 

O GLORIOUS Master of thy 

house, 
Thou know'st the thoughts of 

ev'ry breast, 
To thee eacli servant gladly goes, 
Lake Noah's dove, for peace and 

rest. 
Indeed the waters overflow 
The world all o'er, and us with- 
stand; [know, 
Few will our mind and purpose 
Few comprehend thy blest com- 
mand. 

2 But we can hope thy word and 

grace 
Will soften many a heart of stone; 
What means can help the human 

race? [have won. 

The same which our poor hearts 
Tho' carnal reason stand to faith 
Oppos'd, the wounded conscience 

flies 



To the blest doctrine of thy death 
And all-atoning sacrifice. 

3 Thy pow'rful presence, Lord, 

display, 
Or else in vain the sun we see; 
Thou art our life, our truth, our 

way, 
We have no comfort, but in thee : 
Vouchsafe to us thy unction, Lord, 
Where'er, obedient to thy call, 
We go, thy help to us afford, 
And ever be our All in all. 

650.* T. 22. 

SHALL I, thro 5 fear of feeble 

man, 
The Spirit's fire in me restrain ? 
Aw'd by a mortal's frown, shall I 
Conceal the word of God most 

High? 

2 Shall I, to soothe th' unholy 
throng, [tongue ? 

Soften thy truth, and smooth my 
To gain earth's gilded toys, or flee 
The cross endur'd, my God, by 
thee ? 

3 No, fearless I'll in deed and 
word [Lord; 

Witness of thee, my gracious 
My life and blood I here present, 
If for thy truth they may be spent. 

4 For this let men revile my name, 
Xo cross I shun, I fear no shame; 
I no reproach nor sufferings dread, 
Is Christ with me, I'm not afraid. 

5 Give me thy strength, O God 
of pow'r ; [roar, 

Then let winds blow, or thunders 
I need not fear by sea or land, 
For thou, my God, wilt by me 
stand. 

651.* T. 166. 

YV E often, in our course thro' 

time, 
Have rugged roads to travel ; 



and the Spreading of his Kingdom upon Earth. 309 

Gracious Lord, afford them thy 
Spirit's unction, 

That they may faithfully fulfil 
the function, 

To which they're call'd 



Faith's fortitude must sometimes 

climb, 
And paths uneven level ; 
But Jesus, thro' his tender care, 
Which is at all times present, 
Revives the weary traveller 
Again by ways more pleasant. 

2 O thou, the sole defence and aid 
Of all the weak and feeble, 
Thou strong support in time of 

need, 
And Saviour of thy people: 
Upholdus, Lord, most pow'rfully, 
With thy divine assistance, 
And grant us constant victory 
When meeting with resistance. 

3 We offer gladly unto thee 
Our spirit, soul and body; 
We promise thee fidelity 
And loyalty most steady; 
Thou surely wilt thy cause main- 
tain, 

Nor leave thy work unfinish'd; 
Thy servants many conquests 

gain, 
Tho' in appearance vanquished. 

652.* T. 58. 

REDEEMER of mankind, God 
of all grace, 

Pour fire and spirit on thy wit- 
nesses, 

Preaching thy salvation, by love 
constrained: 

Thus thousands more for thee 
shall still be gained, 

By thy blest word. 

2 O may thy ransom'd people 
ev'ry where, 

Of this great truth for ever wit- 
ness bear, 

That whoe'er believeth in Christ's 
redemption 

May find free grace, and a com- 
plete exemption 

From serving sin. 

3 Our elders and all other ser- 
vants bless, [success : 

To all their undertakings give 

S 



4 Grant, none among us may in- 
active be, 

Enable us to serve thee cheerfully; 
Render thou successful each step 

and action, 
Which we perform, Lord, under 

thy direction, 

And in thy name 

5 Let more unto thy church col- 
lected be [thee, 

In ev'ry quarter, to yield joy to 
Here, and o'er the ocean, in all 

her stations ; 
And, O impart to the most savage 

nations Thy saving grace 

653.* T. 14. 

i^ORD Jesus, who hast called 
To magnify thy name, [us, 

And preach the doctrine of thy 

cross 
Amidst reproach and shame; 

2 We thee entreat with one ac T 
Thy ministers prepare [cord: 
To lead thy flock, and preach 

thy word, 
With meekness, zeal and care. 

3 Without thy aid we nought can 
But by thy pow'r we know, [do, 
Weak as we are, we're heroes too, 
Who conquer where we go. 



654. 



56. 

to Christ's 



1 E who called 

service are, 
Join together :||: both in work 

and pray'r ; 
Venture all on him our Lord, 
Who assures us in his word, 
That we're constant :||: objects of 

his care. 
2 



210 Of the Servants and Witnesses of the Lord, 

2 Show'rs of blessings ;| 
the Lord proceed, 

Strength supplying" : |: in the time 
of need ; 

For no servant of our King* 

Ever lacked any thing, 

He will never :|: break the bruis- 
ed reed. 



3 Lord, have mercy :||: on each 
land and place 

Where thy servants :'{: preach the 
word of peace, 

Life and pow'r on them bestow, 

Them with needful strength en- 
dow, 

That with boldness :||: they may 
thee confess. 

4 May we faithful :|: in our ser- 
vice be, 

Truly careful J: in our ministry; 
Keep us to thy church fast bound, 
In the faith preserve us sound, 
Often weeping :|: grateful tears 
'fore thee. 

655.* T. 146. 

La ORD, grant thy servants grace, 
The needful gifts and unction, 
That with due faithfulness 
They may discharge their func- 
tion ; 
That all tilings, as they ought, 
May punctually be done; 
And with success, when wrought, 
Their work vouchsafe to crown. 

2 We pray thee, bless them all, 
And prosper their endeavor, 
In their important call, 
To serve thee, gracious Saviour; 
Thou list'nest to our pray'rs, 
And surely wilt uphold 
The faithful ministers 
Of thy redeemed fold. 

656. T. 22. 

Be present with thy servants, 

Lord, 
We look to thee with one accord; 



from | Refresh and strengthen us anew, 
And bless what in thy name we do 

2 O teach us all, thy perfect will 
To understand, and" to fulfil ; 
When human insight fails, give 

light, 
This will direct our steps aright. 

3 The Lord's joy be our strength 
and stay 

In our employ from day to day ; 
Our thoughts and our activity 
Thro' Jesus' merits hallow'd be. 



63r.* T. 26. 

MOST faithful Lord, thyself 
reveal; [flow, 

My eyes with contrite tears o'er- 

My heart with gratitude doth 
glow, 

But adequate expressions fail. 

2 If I were free from all distress, 
Had to converse with none but 

thee, 
Were I from ev'ry burden free, 
Then nothing could my soul op- 
press : 

3 But I have trials to go thro', 
And hardships oftentimes to meet: 
And, conscious of my wants, en- 
treat [do. 

Thee, Lord, to teach me what to 

4 Give me what thy own mind 
decrees, [sess, 

And what thy children must pos- 
If they shall serve thee with suc- 
cess : 
A neck which with thy yoke agrees . 

5 Give me a lowly, faithful mind, 
With patience and undauntedness; 
If thou my poor endeavors bless 
Action and rest may be combiir d« 

6 Give me an inly cheerful heart, 
Besprinkled with thy blood, made 

clean : 
O may it in my works be seen 
That thou its sole Possessor art! 



ami lite Spreading of his Kingdom upon Earth. 211 



7 Grant me to know thy blessed 
ways; [share; 

With all both joy and grief to 
And lips thy mercy to declare 
To all that mourning" seek thy face. 

658.* T. 583. 

SINNERS' Redeemer, gracious 
Lamb of God, 

We, thy poor children, purchas'd 
by thy blood, 

With gratitude acknowledge, that 
we share 

Thy boundless favor and protect- 
ing care. 

2 From day to day may we with 
rapture feel 

Thy life, thy unction, and thy 

Spirit's seal, 
The pow'rful drawings of thy love 

and grace, 
And zeal to serve thy cause with 

faithfulness. 

3 With each of us obtain thy gra- 
cious aim, 

That we, thy servants, may exalt 

thy name; 
Enabled by thy grace, may we 

declare 
The greatness of thy ransom ev'ry 

where. 

4 We feel our insufficiency, to bear 
The weighty charge committed 

to our care; 
To thee, who dost thy people's 

cause defend, 
We the concerns of thy whole 

church commend. 

639.* T. 185. 

oINCE our Saviour call'd us to 
Everlasting happiness, [inherit 
And without the unction of the 

Spirit 
We the way to him can't trace, 
Grant us therefore, Holy Ghost, 

the favor, 
Both in doctrine and in our be- 
haviour 



By thee to be taught and led, 
Till in Christ we're perfected. 

2 Faithful Lord, my only joy 

and pleasure 
Shall remain, while here 1 stay, 
Thee, my matchless Friend and 

highest Treasure, 
To adore, serve and obey; 
Tho' I in myself am weak and 

feeble, [enable, 

Yet, I trust, thy grace will me 
By obedience to thy will 
All thy purpose to fulfil. 

660.* T. 228. 

JjODY and soul's at thy com- 
mand, 
Andwe with gladness ready stand 
To serve thy name, Lord Jesus ! 
Since thy blest Spirit did explain 
Unto our hearts, why thou wast 

slain, 
Nought else on earth can please 
O no, — altho' [us : 

We are feeble — and unstable, 
Thou'rt our Treasure, 
And to serve thee is our pleasure! 

2 Unto ourselves no praise is due; 
And should we even something do, 
That in thy sight were pleasing, 
To thee we render all the praise, 
Thou giv'st thereto enabling 

grace, 
And grantest us thy blessing. 
Unless — thy grace 
Sway our nature, — ev'ry creature 
Is unwilling 
Aught that's good to be fulfilling, 

661.* T. 166. 

A AKE me into thy hands anew, 
Out of which none is plucked, 
By which thy children are brought 

thro', 
And servants are conducted: 
Lord Jesus, lead and bless thou 
In ev'ry future station, [me 

That I may serve thee faithfully 
Until my consummation. 



212 Of the Servants and Witnesses of the Lord, 



2 With mouth and hand I give 

to thee 
Myself as thy own booty, 
T' increase each talent thou gav'st 
Shall be my pleasant duty; [me 
O let my soul ne'er moved be 
From thee, my faithful Saviour ; 
Both late and early show to me 
Thy mercy and thy favor. 

662. T. 39. 

AjORD, grant us, tho' deeply 
abased with shame, 

With true christian courage to 
act in thy name; 

May we in thy blessed work al- 
ways abound, 

And let with success all our labor 
be crown'd. 

2 Give grace, that as brethren 

we join hands in love, 
Engaging to thee ever faithful to 

prove, 
Where'er to thy service appointed 

we stand, 
To sow, or to reap, at thy call 

and command. 

663.* T. 22. 

L X mercy, Lord, this grace be- 
stow, 
That in thy service I may do, 
With gladness and a willing mind, 
Whatever is for me assign'd. 

2 Grunt, I, impelled by thy love, 
In smallest things may faithful 

prove ; 
Till I depart, I wish to be 
Devoted wholly unto thee. 

664.* T. ±55. 

JT IT us for thy service, Lord, 

Eacli one in thy congregation, 

In his station; 

Set thou us in ev'ry place 

To thy praise; 

Make us in thy service stable, 

Willing, lively, faithful, able, 

Till in thee we end our race. 



665.* T. 166. 

O MAY the witness -spirit rest, 
Lord, on thy congregation, 
May godly zeal inspire each breast 
To publish thy salvation ; 
We gladly promise faithfulness 
To do what we are able; 
Sufficient is for us thy grace, 
Which doth support the feeble. 

666.* T. 166. 

O LORD, we highly magnify 
And bless thy saving Jesus-name: 
The love that prompted thee to 

die 
We will to all mankind proclaim; 
Thou bidst the sparks of grace 

arise, [heart ; 

Which kindle many a lifeless 
Thou hear'st the needy sinner's 

cries, 
And pardon freely dost impart. 

2 If we are to thy cause but true, 
Upright, obedient to thy will, 
Enabling grace thou wilt bestow, 
Thy thoughts of peace in us fulfil, 
In all things we may trust thy 

grace, 
And rest on thy almighty arm ; 
Keep thou our souls in constant 

peace, 
And shelter us from ev'ry harm. 

667.* T. 22. 

1 X our short warfare here below, 
May our experience daily show, 
That in our weakness, thro' thy 

aid, 
Thy strength divine is perfected. 

2 Without thy blessing, how 
could we 

Re servants pleasing unto thee.'* 
But we can by experience sing, 
Thy word hath pow'r, and fruit 
doth bring. 

3 Ah, could we preach in ev'ry 
place [grace, 

Our Saviour's boundless love and 



and the Spreading of his Kingdom upon Earth. 213 



That thousands who are yet en- 

slav'd, [sav'd! 

Might in these gospel-times be 

4 There's but a small beginning 
made, [shade; 

The earth is still o'ercast with 
Break forth, thou Sun of right- 
eousness, [rays ! 
And spread thy all-enliv'ning 

5 Whene'er we to mankind pro- 
claim [name, 

Thy dying love and precious 
Support thy servants' weakness, 

Lord, 
By thy blest Spirit, grace and 

word. 

6 Lord of the harvest ! lab'rers 
send, [spend 

Who willing are their lives to 
In scorching heat and chilling 

cold, 
To bring the heathen to thy fold. 

7 When all our labor here is o'er, 
And when our light shall burn no 

more, 
When our endeavors have an end, 
Then let our souls to thee ascend. 

668.* T. 114. 

JL HOU Saviour of the world, 

great Mediator, 
O may'st thou for the travail of 

thy soul 
Behold thy seed extend from pole 

to pole; 
Thy boundless mercy show to 

ev'ry creature; 
With old and young thy gracious 

aim obtain; 
Thy pray'rs and tears can never 

plead in vain. 

2 Thy glorious gospel spread 

thro' ev'ry nation, 
Give us an open door, thy saving 

name 
In the most distant regions to 

proclaim, 



With pow'r and with the Spirit's 

demonstration ; 
And grant us joyfully to feed by 

faith 
In peace upon the merits of thy 

death. 

669. T. 74. 

JL HINK on our brethren, Lord, 
Who preach the gospel -word 
In spirit free and bold, 
In hunger, heat and cold: 
Thou art their Strength and 

Shield, 
Help them to win the field, 

2 Give us an open door, 
And spirit, grace and pow'r, 
To tell what thou hast done 
For mankind to atone, 
That thus in ev'ry place 
We may declare thy grace. 

3 O Lord, before us go ; 
To ev'ry sinner show 
What need he hath of thee. 
And then most pow'rfully 
Convince each human heart, 
That thou our Saviour art. 

4 O let thy strength and might 
Subdue the en'my's spite: 

Our weakness well thou know'st, 
Of nothing we can boast 
But that we trust thy word, 
And know, thou art our Lord! 

5 Let our beginnings be 
Aided, O Lord, by thee; 

The things which purpos'd are 
Help us to bring to bear ; 
Forgive whate'er is wrong, 
'Midst weakness make us strong, 

6 Our weak endeavors bless, 
And crown them with success. 
Thou Workman great and wise ! 
Who shall thy work despise? 

A tool that's us'd by thee 
Can wonders do, we see. 



214 Of the Servants and Witnesses of the Lord, 



670.* T. 97. 

The Lord himself gave forth 

the word, 
We preach most gladly Christ 

the Lord. [obey, 

May thousands, Lord, thy voice 
And turn to thee without delay; 
To those who hear us grant an 

open ear, 
And when we point thee out, do 

thou appear. 
2 "Tis the desire of all our hearts 
That, in the earth's remotest 

parts, 
The love of God to all mankind 
Be preach'd to heathen base and 

blind; [believe, 

For Jesus saves from sin all who 
And th' ofFer'd pardon in his blood 

receive. 

671. T. 97. 

A.S 'twas of old, we now may 
trace, [grace, 

In these most blessed times of 
How the reviving- gospel-sound 
Of blood-bought grace is spread- 
ing round; 
We see with joy the work of God 

increase, 
And thousands who thro' Jesus 
find release. 

2 We see in hearts as cold as ice 
The Sun of Righteousness arise, 
And that his all-enliv'ning rays 
Of Satan's slaves make sons of 

grace, 
"Who are increasing daily more 

and more, 
And who the slaughter'd Lamb 

with us adore. 

3 Great is the harvest, truly great; 
Saviour of all! we thee entreat, 
To send forth lab'rers, who with 
Of thy atonement testify, [joy 
And to prepare still many wit- 
nesses, 

Who from experience may pro- 
claim thy grace. 



672. T. 22. 

Ii ORD, at thy feet asham'd we 
sink, [think, 

When on thy wondrous grace we 
Which now so strikingly appears; 
Lost in amaze we melt in tears. 

2 The gospel in these blessed 
days, [displays, 

Throughout the earth its beams 
Nations, that never heard of thee, 
Thy great salvation shout to see. 

3 That mystery from ages seal'd, 
God, by his Spirit, hath reveal'd, 
That h'eav'nly thrones and pow'rs 

might know 
God's wisdom by the church be- 
low. 

4 Tho' hated, tho' despis'd and 
mean, 

Yet while we on thy mercy lean, 
Let nations rage, let devils roar, 
We will confess thee evermore. 

673.* T. 121. 

I E people of the Lord, 
Be still, and trust his word, 
Bring your supplication! 
'Fore him With one accord, 
That many heathen nation* 
May his word receive, 
And in him believe. :f: 

2 O might we clearly trace, 
In these blest times of grace, 
'Mongst the brethren's people 
In each a willingness 
To be the Lord's disciple, 
To spend life and blood 
In the cause of God. :|; 

674.* T. 206. 

IiET the world hear! :fi: 

God's Son and Heir, 

Who to us came, 

And bore :|: our sin andshame, 

Who liv'd among his ov 

Unknown, 



and the Spreading of his Kingdom upon Earth. 215 

678.* T. 6S. 

X E, who know the Lord, 
And his grace and word, 
Publish his complete salvation 
Still to many a heathen nation ; 
Joyfully proclaim 
Jesus' saving name. 



Despis'd and mean, — and then 

was slain, 
The ransom HE :(j: 
For all the world and me. :']: 

2 Hereby we stand, :'|: 

With life in hand, 

Us help afford 

To bear :|: this witness, Lord: 

That thousands may embrace :i|: 

Thy grace: 

We will diffuse — the gospel-news 

In ev'ry land; :|: 

The Lord will by us stand. :||: 

675.* T.583. 

O LORD, command us what 

we are to do, 
Where thou wilt call us we de- 
sire to go, [cess, 
Because thy orders do imply sue- 
To break thro' roads we else 
could never pass. 

2 May many wild uncultivated 

parts, 
Where Satan bears the sway in 

heathens' hearts, 
Bear fruit abundantly to thee, O 

Lord, 
And thousands be converted by 

thy word. 

676.* T. 90. 

CHRIST JESUS is thatprecious 

g-rain [dy'd; 

Which fell into the ground and 

Now since he for our sins was 

slain, 
He doth no more alone abide, 
But, for the travail of his soul, 
His seed appears from pole to pole. 

677.* T. 79. 

1x0, witness of the suffering 
Of Christ, who, as our off 'ring, 
Our guilt and curse did bear; 
Proclaim his great salvation 
To many a heathen nation, 
And spread his gospel far and 
near. 



679.* T. 221. 

YV ITH fire and with spirit en- 

dow'd ev'ry moment, 
Ye ministers of Christ confest, 
Go forth and proclaim ye the 

word of atonement 
Both far and near; and when op- 

prest 
By hardships and trials, heboid 

in God, 
And gladly for him spend your 

life and blood. 
'Midst tempests and billows, and 

thro' deserts go, 
The seeds of the gospel 'mongst 

heathen to sow. 

680. T. 590. 

Li ORD, to thy people aid dis- 
pense, 
Their Shield and Portion be, 
And let then- lives the world con- 
vince 
That they belong to thee: 
Extend thy help to distant parts, 
Thy servants send to call, 
Reveal thy grace to heathens' 

hearts ; 
Thy grace extend to all. 

681. T. 195. 

LoRD GOD, our Salvation! 

Let thy grace and favor 

Rest upon thy church for ever: 

Jesus, thee to follow 

Be our blessed function ; 

Grant us all thy Spirit's unction, 

To declare — ev'ry where 

The complete salvation, 

Purchas'd by thy passion. 



L ~ 16 ] 



XXXIII. Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings* 



682.* T. 22. 

L ORD Christ, reveal thy holy 

face. 
And send the Spirit of thy grace, 
To fill our hearts with fervent 

zeal, [will. 

To learn thy truth, and do thy 

2 Lord, lead us in thy holy ways, 
And teach our lips to tell thy 

praise: 

Revive our hope, our faith in- 
crease, [grace. 

To taste the sweetness of thy 

3 Till we with angels join to sing 
Eternal praise to thee our King; 
Till we behold thy face most 

bright, 
In joy and everlasting light. 

4 To God the Father, and the 
Son,' 

And Holy Spirit, Three in One, 
Be honor, praise and glory giv'n 
By all on earth, and all in heav'n. 

683.* T. 141, 

OWN thy congregation, 
O thou slaughter'd Lamb ! 
We are here assembled 
In thy holy name; 
Look upon thy people, 
Whom thou by thy blood 
Hast in love redeemed, 
And brought nigh to God. 

2 Thou hast kindly led us 
For these many years ; 
Ah! accept our praises, 
And our grateful tears; 
Grant us all the favor 
To obey thy voice, 

Yea, what thou directest 
Be our only choice. 

3 Church, who art arrayed 
In the glorious dress 



Of thy Lord and Saviour's 
Spotless righteousness, 
Be both now and ever 
By his blood kept clean, 
And in all thy members 
May his grace be seen. 

684.* T. ±5j. 

Slaughters Lamb, imman- 

uel, 
Who hast gained our salvation, 
By thy passion, 
Ah! we give thee thanks and 

praise 
For thy grace; 

Grant, that we may all inherit 
The anointing of thy Spirit, 
Which instructs us what to do. 

2 Let thy Spirit, which is truth, 
Raise our grov'ling thoughts to 

heaven, 
Us enliven; 

Thus adorn'd and beautif) \l 
As thy bride, 

May our walk and conversation 
Be a striking demonstration 
That thou dwell'st and walk's t 

in us. 

3 Lord, for grace we thee entreat, 
Grace, the anchor firm and stable 
Of the feeble; 

Grace, whereon we must depend 
To the end; 

Grace, the sinner's consolation, 
Sure support in each temptation, 
Confidence in life and death. 

4 God with us, we vow to thee 
Due allegiance now and ever; 
Gracious Saviour, 

We to serve thee ready stand, 

Take the hand, 

As a pledge and declaration 

Of the grateful heart's sensation, 

Which thy dying love excites. 



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683. T. 583. 

LORD JESUS, in thy presence 
we are blest, [for Guest ; 

And thou art even now our wish'd- 

Without thee all our meeting's 
would be cold, 

And soon become a custom dead 
and old. 

2 Thou canst alone to us true 
life impart, 

Canst comfort, bless and cheer 

each needy heart: 
AVe are assembled here before thy 

face 
To take out of thy fulness grace 

for grace. 

3 Lord Jesus, be for evermore 
ador'd, [and Lord; 

We thee confess our Master, Head 
Thy faithfulness each day and 

hour we prove, 
Grant us to live for thee, con- 
straint by love. 

686.* T. 161. 

t^HOSEN souls, who now as- 
semble 

Under Christ's protecting 1 care; 

Tho' you're weak, your foes must 
tremble, 

If by him you guarded are. 

Of his goodness — bear ye witness: 

Know ye not your high vocation, 

As the Lord's own congregation ? 

2 To his name give thanks and 
praises, 

Him with deepest awe adore; 
May his people in all places 
Join t' exalt him evermore; 
Christ, our Saviour, — be for ever 
Of your building the Foundation, 
And the God of your salvation. 

3 Hernhut,* the Most High's own 
structure, 

Built upon the grace of God, 



May thy walls be without frac- 
ture, 
Sprinkled be thy gates with blood; 
God's election — and protection 
Founded and maintain our union, 
Christ's the ground of our com- 
munion. 

4 May this place exist no longer 
Than, Lord Jesus, thy own hand, 
Uncontroll'd rules in its border, 
And be love our sacred band. 
May we by thee — be foun d worthy, 
As a good salt to be used, 

That some fruitmay be produced. 

5 Bless our cov'nanting together; 
Make us like a burning torch, 
Kindled by our heav'nly Father, 
In these last days of the church. 
To thee joined — and resigned, 
May by each of us be further'd, 
What thy holy will hath order'd. 

6 Now, dear Brethren, know ye 
Jesus ? 

Happy who him truly knows : 
He's the Head, and we are mem- 
bers, 
From him ev'ry blessing flows. 
Who bclieveth— to Christ cleav* 

eth, 
Doth rejoice in ev'ry station, 
'Midst reproach and tribulation. 

687.* T. 114. 

J HOU Source of love, we pray, 

impart thy favor 
Each day unto thy house and 

family, [thee; 

Who as one man united are in 
O grant, that ev'ry one thy grace 

may savor, 
And that thy church for ever 

may rejoice 
In thee, and praise thy name with 

heart and voice. 



* The first congregation of 'the renewed church of the United Brethren. 



213 Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings. 



2 O thou, whose love extends be- 
yond all measure, 

Thou nearest us already, ere we 

cry, [passest by, 

No soul that calls on thee thou 
But to relieve thy children is thy 

pleasure; 
Thou art our Light, our Strength, 

our Shield and Rock, 
Our faithful Shepherd, and we 

are thy flock. 

68S.* T. ±55. 

jj I Y soul waiteth on the Lord, 
And shall never be ashamed; 
Jfe is named 

CJod our Sun, our Shield and 
By his flock ; [Rock, 

He is merciful and gracious, 
And his goodness doth refresh us 
When we long and pant for him. 

c 2 His enliv'ning countenance 

To lift up on all the needy 

He is ready, 

And enricheth evermore 

All the poor; 

In our peaceful habitations, 

O how many demonstrations 

Of his favor do we prove! 

3 We reply Amen thereto, 
Tor his bounty never ceaseth, 
Yea, increaseth ; 

And are filled with amaze 

At his grace; 

Each himself unworthy deemeth 

Of his love; his goodness claimeth 

Our unfeigned gratitude. 

689.* T. 9. 

M. ClIRIST our Saviour look 
on thee, 

Ransom'd congregation! 
C. We to him belong, for he 

Purchas'd our salvation. 

M. 2 In electing grace rejoice, 
Prize his love and favor; 
Then his calling, gifts and 

choice 
He'll maintain forever. 



C. 3 Yea, his sympathizing heart 
Yields us consolation; 
May we ne'er from Christ de- 
part, 
Till our consummation. 

M. 4. To his voice attentive be, 
Thankfully adore him, 
And with heart's fidelity 
Humbly walk before him. 

C. 5 Thus in number and in grace 
We shall be increasing-, 
Showing forth our Saviour's 

praise, 
And to him be pleasing*. 

090. T. 185. 

GrRACIOUS Lord, our Shep- 
herd and Salvation, 

In thy presence we appear; 

Own us as thy flock and congre- 
gation, 

Let us feel that thou art near; 

May we all enjoy thy grace and 
favor, [Saviour, 

And obey thee as our Head and 

Who by thy most precious blood 

Mad'stus, sinners, heirs offiod. 

2 Lord, receive our thanks and 
adoration, 

Which to thee we humbly pay, 

For our calling and predestina- 
tion, 

Gracious Saviour, on this day. 

Give us grace to walk as thine 
anointed, [pointed; 

In the path thou hast for us ap- 

We devote most heartily 

Soul and body unto thee. 

691. T. 151. 

xlEAD of thy congregation, 
Kind Shepherd, gracious Lord! 
Look on us with compassion, 
Met here with one accord ; 
Accept our thanks and praises 
For ail thy love and care, 
Which we in various cases 
Repeatedly did share. 



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2 Our lips would gladly mention 
Thy patience, love and grace, 
Our hearts with due attention 
Thy loving kindness trace, 
Which under thy protection 
'Midst trials we have prov'd; 
Thy fatherly correction 
Show'd us, that we're belov'd. 

692.* T. 9. 

JESUS Christ, who bled and 
For mankind's salvation, [dy'd 
Shows his wounds and pierced 
To his congregation. [side 

2 Yea, he, with uplifted hands, 
Mark'd with nail-prints bloody, 
'Midst his chosen people stands, 
Saviour of his body! 

3 While he doth himself reveal, 
O what consolation 

In his presence do we feel ! 
'Tis beyond expression. 

4 Teach us, Lord, to follow thee 
AVith entire devotion ; 

As thy willing subjects, we 
Wait thy Spirit's motion. 

5 Jesus, all-creating Word,, 
King of ev'ry nation, 

But especially the Lord 
Of thy congregation! 

6 To thy name be evermore 
Praise and glory given ; 
Thee we worship and adore, 
Lord of earth and heaven! 

693.* T. 10. 

W HEN we rejoice, that Jesus 
From year to year doth bless us, 
And that his grace and favor 
Towards us never waver ; 

2 Or he that consolation 
Grants to his congregation, 
That we shall rest for ever 
With him our gracious Saviour; 

3 Then we forget distresses, 
And what would else oppress us ; 
Are we with Christ connected, 
We need not be dejected. 



694.* T. 166. 

HEAD of thy church! behold 

us here, 
Direct and rule us by thy grace; 
Hear thou each needy sinner's 

pray'r, 
Confirming thus thy promises ; 
O help us, that we may fulfil 
What in thy name we take in hand, 
Concordant with thy holy will, 
And may it to thy glory tend. 

2 One suit in mercy to us grant : 
Let us from all divested be 
Which, furthers not our covenant, 
Or is displeasing unto thee; 
All that whence hurt to souls 
accrues, [grace, 

Whate'er thy doctrine doth dis- 
Or counteracts thy blessed views, 
Root out and utterly erase. 

695.* T. 101. 

-D OW down, ye foll'wers of the 
Lamb! [tion; 

These are your hours of consola- 

With awe adore his saving name! 

His cross and wounds are of sal- 
vation 

The lasting source for sinners 
who believe; 

Come then, and grace for grace 
freely from him receive. 

2 His mercy claims our highest 
praise, 

'Tis by his grace we were elected; 
Freed from the world's deceitful 

ways, [ed ; 

We're to his chosen flock collect- 
His faithful heart we know, and 

search it still: 
May thousands more believe, and 

do his holy will. 

3 Ourselves, dear Lord, we now 
to thee 

Fcesign anew with soul and body ; 
As thy redeemed property 
Accept of us, tho' poorandneedy; 



220 Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meeting*. 



Out of the mouths of sucklings 

perfect praise, 
And magnify in us thy name and 

saving* grace. 

4 O let thy love our hearts con- 
strain, 

That, in one covenant united, 

The bond of peace we may main- 
tain, 

And be to mutual love excited; 

To God and to the Lamb be 
praises giv'n 

By sinners here below, and by the 
saints in heav'n! 

696.* T. 97. 

JeSUS, O may we thee obey, 
Who art the Life, the Truth," the 

Way; 
Since thou didst for our sins atone, 
With right thou claim'st us as 

thine own: 
Thou wast obedient unto death, 

that we 
Might not be lost, but live eter- 
nally. 

2 O let each member of thy fold 
lie in the book of life enroli'd; 
The Holy Ghost to us impart, 
To bear the sway in ev'ry heart ; 
Is with thy gracious presence 

daily bless, 
And evermore vouchsafe to us 

thy grace. 

697.* T. 15. 

Li ORD, when before the Father's 
Thou, in thy ministration, [face 
Presentest the redeemed race, 
Gather'd from ev'ry nation ; 

2 In love remember this thy flock 
Bought by thy bitter passion : 
To thee, who art the church's 
We pay our adoration. [Rock, 

3 We here unite in pray'r to thee, 
And praise thee, Lord Jehovah ! 
We join to sighs for mercy free 
A joyful Hallelujah! 



698. T. 341. 

UUR souls with inmost shame 
Address thy holy name, 
Jesus ! in our midst appear 
Present to each waiting soul, 
Ev'ry contrite sinner cheer, 
Breathe thy Spirit thro' the whole. 

2 We sinners humbly crave 
Thy presence here to have, 
In this place to find thee true 
To thy promises of grace, 
Still to own the gather'd few; 
Giving them thy life and peace. 

3 From thy majestic throne 
In mercy, Lord, look down ; 
View the souls athirst for thee, 
Turn to them thy cheering face; 
Eacli adores, with bended knee, 
Thee, O Jesus! for thy grace. 

699. T. 167. 

1 EACE be to this habitation, 
Peace to ev'ry soul therein; 
Peace, which flows from Christ's 

salvation, 
Peace, the seal of cancell'd sin; 
Peace, that speaks its heav'nly 

Giver, 
Peace, to earthly minds unknown; 
Peace divine, that lasts for ever, 
Here erect its glorious throne ! 

700.* T. 69. 

XlIIS habitation, 

And all who dwell therein, 

Fill with salvation; 

O may in each be seen 

True grace, 

And lovely childlikeness. 

701.* T. 166. 

JLoRD Jesus, for our call of 

grace 
To praise thy name in fellowship, 
We're humbly met before thy face, 
And in thy presence love- feast 

keep. 
Shed in our hearts thy love abroad, 



Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings. 221 



Thy Spirit's unction now impart; 
Grant, we may all, O Lamb of 

God, 
In thee be truly one in heart. 

702.* T. 159. 

THE Sabbath is for man, that 
Therein may find repose, [he 

And that the soul refreshed be 
By Christ, the church's Spouse: 
Mow doth his ransom'd happy 
bride, [dy'd, 

Fruit of his anguish, when he 
Enjoy a true sabbatic rest, 
In his communion blest. 

703. T. 205. 

GRACIOUS Lord,— with one 

accord, 
We're assembled in thy name; 
Deign to hear — our fervent pray'r, 
Mercy is our only claim, 
While with tears and blushing* 

face 
We our sins to thee confess, 
And our hearts with thanks o'er- 

flow 
For the grace thou dost bestow. 

704. T. 590. 

JeSUS, knit all our hearts to 
Unite us all in one, [thee, 

And in our meetings ev'ry where 
Be thou our aim alone ; 
Reign thou sole Monarch of our 
Without a rival reign ; [hearts, 
Till we with angels join above 
To praise the Lamb once slain. 

705. T. 185. 

GRACIOUS Father, bless this 
congregation 

As the purchase of thy Son; 

For his sake behold us with com- 
passion, 

And us all thy children own ; 

Jesus, grant to us thy peace and 
favor ; 

Holy Ghost, abide with us for ever, 

T 



And to us Christ's love explain ; 
Hear us, Lord our God, Amen ! 

706.* T. 79. 

O KING of peace, our Sov'« 

reign! 
Thou shalt alone us govern, 
Come, form us soon to be 
T' each other an example, 
To th' Holy Ghost a temple, 
To th' Father pleasing constantly. 

2 O thou our first-born Brother, 
Thou Master at the rudder, 
Who guid'st thy church, to thee 
We hearts and hands deliver, 
And promise thee for ever, 
That we thy faithful souls will be. 

707.* T. 185. 

W E who here together are as- 
sembled, 
Joining hearts and hands in one, 
Bind ourselves, with love that's 

un dissembled, 
Christ to love and serve alone. 
O may our imperfect songs and 
praises [Jesus ! 

Be well-pleasirg unto thee, Lord 
Say, " My peace I leave with 
Amen, Amen ! Beit so! [you." 

708.* T. 79. 

INCLINE thine ear in favor 
To us, most gracious Saviour, 
Accept our promises : 
Thy death, thy wounds and pas- 
sion 
Abide our hearts' confession, 
Till we shall see thee face to face. 



709. T. 15<). 

now return, each to his 



We 

tent, 
Joyful and glad of heart, 
And from our solemn covenant 
Thro' grace will ne'er depart; 
Once more we pledge both heart 

and hand, [stand, 

As in God's presence here we 



122 Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings. 



To live to him, and him alone, 
Till we surround his throne. 

710.* T. 166. 

"\V ELCOME among- thy flock 

of grace 
With joyful acclamation! 
Thou, whom our Shepherd we 

confess, 
Come, feed thy congregation ; 
We own the doctrine of thy cross 
To be our sole foundation; 
Accept from ev'ry one of us 
The deepest adoration. 

2 Lord Jesus, to our hearts re- 
veal 

Thy grace and love unceasing; 
Thy hand, once pierced with the 
Bestow on us a blessing, [nail, 
That hand, which to thy family, 
With tender love's affection, 
Ere thou ascendedst up on high, 
Imparted benediction. 

3 Tho' thou'rt unseen, yet we by 
sight 

Should not be more assured; 
As yet thy glorious heav'nly light 
Can't be by man endured : 
The time will come, when these 

our eyes 
Shall see thy face forever; 
Faith here the want of sight sup- 
In ev'ry true believer. [plies 

4 Ye who from Jesus Christ have 
stray'd, 

And his communion slighted, 
To him return, be not afraid, 
You're graciously invited; 
Come all, whatever be your case, 
Come without hesitation, 
He'll now impart to you, thro' 

grace, 
Peace, pardon and salvation. 

5 O thou, who always dost abide 
Thy body's Head and Saviour, 
Who art the pilgrims' constant 

Guide, 
Direct thy servants ever: 



O may they an example be 
Unto thy congregation, 
And in thy temple faithfully 
Perform their ministration. 

6 Thy statutes to thy church de- 
clare, 

Thy truth be our confession ; 
Take of each member special care, 
Bless pilgrims in their station : 
In danger constantly defend, 
And aid thy chosen people; 
Of all contention make an end; 
Support the weak and feeble. 

7 O thou, the church's Head and 
Lord, 

Who as a shepherd leadest 
Thy flock, and richly with thy 

word 
And sacrament them feedest: 
What shall we say? we can't ex- 
press 
In words our hearts' sensation ; 
None thee sufficiently can praise, 
Thou God of our salvation. 

8 Our heav'nly Father, hear our 
pray'r : 

For th'sake of Jesus' passion, 
In whom we all accepted are, 
O bring into completion 
The hidden counsel of thy love, 
Its depth still more unravel; 
May we, without exception, prove 
The fruit of thy Son's travail. 

9 O Spirit in the Godhead's 
throne, 

Accept our adoration; 

Thou ever didst attend the Son, 

And aid his ministration ; 

Thou teachest us the way to bliss, 

Keep under thy protection 

That church of which he Ruler is; 

We'll follow thy direction. 

711.* T. 230. 

J ESUS, God of our salvation ! 
Behold thy church with suppli- 
cation 
Humbly appear before thy face; 



Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings. 223 



We by fervent love constrained, 

Since from thy death we life ob- 
tained, 

To thee give glory, thanks and 

O listen to our pray'r, [praise. 

To meet thee us prepare, 

With due rev'rence; 

No tongue can tell 

W T hat joy we feel, 

When thou, Lord, dost thyself 
reveal. 

2 Thee t' approach with awe we 
venture, 

Entreating thee our gates to enter, 
Our souls and bodies are thine 

own. 
Speak to ev'ry church division, 
We'll hear thy voice with deep 

impression, 
For we are bound to thee alone. 
To thee in each concern 
We'll always humbly turn ; 
Want we insight, 
May we by thee 
Instructed be, 
Then in thy light the light we see. 

3 Be especially entreated 

To own thy servants, who are 
seated 

Before thy face, tho' poor they 

And in all their conferences [are; 

Grant them thy Spirit's influences, 

Be present with them ev'ry where; 

This w T e request of thee, 

O let us constantly 

Do thy pleasure; 

All our distress, 

OLord, redress, 

For without thee there's no suc- 
cess. 

4 Ruler of the congregations, 
Which thou hast gather'd from 

all nations, 

We thee implore thy church to 
lead ; 

Shepherd, who so kindly guidest 

Thy flock, and over them pre- 
sides t, 

Thy sheep for ever tend and feed : 



What joy, what matchless grace 
W T ill still in future days 
Be displayed^ 
When our good Lord, 
Who keeps his word, 
To the stray'd sheep will help 
afford ! 

5 In the dust we sink before thee, 
And for thy boundless love adore 

thee, 

Thee, Lord, our All in all we own; 

We, thy people, make confession, 

Thy love is great, beyond ex- 
pression, 

Tho' to the world it is unknown ; 

The pow'r which doth abound 

In thee, we've always found 

Efficacious ; 

We will proclaim 

Thy saving name, 

O Lord, who ever art the same. 

6 Thus our bliss will last for ever; 
While we enj oy thy love and favor, 
By thee our Shepherd led, we're 

blest; 
We with j oy f ul acclam ation 
Adore thee in the congregation, 
Wliose Head and Lord thou art 

confest : 
To th' Ancient of all days 
Might, honor, pow'r and praise 
Be for ever ! 
Lord, grant that we 
Eternally 
May place our confidence in thee. 

712.* T. 185. 

X1EAD and ruler of thy con- 
gregation, 

Whom thou lov'st unspeakably, 

And to whom thou often a sen- 
sation 

Giv'st of thy complacency, 

Graciously regard the inward 
glowing 

Of our hearts, and tears our 
cheeks bedewing : 

Lord, we blush with humble 
shame, 

And adore thy holy name. 



224 Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings. 



2 Jesus, great High-Priest of our 
profession, 

We in confidence draw near; 

Condescend in mercy the con- 
fession 

Of our grateful hearts to hear ! 

Thee we gladly own in ev'ry na- 
tion [gation, 

Head and Master of thy congre- 

Conscious, that in ev'ry place 

Thou dispensest life and grace. 

3 Thy blest people trusting in 
thy merit, 

On the earth's extended face, 

From each other far, but one in 
spirit, 

Sound with one accordthy praise ! 

May we never cease to make con- 
fession, 

That thy death's the cause of our 
salvation ; 

We to thee, our Head and King, 

Joyful, Hallelujahs sing! 

713. T. 97. 

JL HOU, whoso graciously didst 

lead 
Israel of old from bondage freed, 
And by thy own almighty hand 
Didst guide them to the promis'd 

land, [in the day, 

A cloud thy brightness veiling 
At night thy pillar'd fire did 

mark their way; 

2 That mighty pow'r thou then 
didst show, 

We are assur'd attends us now, 
We still thy tender, watchful 

care, 
Tho' undeserving, richly share, 
If we thy leadings faithfully pur- 
sue, 
Foll'wing thy Spirit's teaching, as 
His due. 

3 May we to thee, our Shepherd, 
cleave, 

Thy Holy Spirit never grieve, 
Anil love each other heartily; 



Thereby the scorning world will 

see, [ing God, 

That we're the temple of the liv- 

A chosen people bought by Jesus' 

blood. 

714.* T. 146. 

O MAKER of my soul, 
My ev'ry hair's Creator, 
Who turn's t my tears to joy, 
And heal'st my sin-sick nature; 
Chief Shepherd of thy flock, 
Thy servants' only Guide; 
The church's Lord and Head 
Thou ever dost abide. 

715. T. 68. 

L ORD, thy church's Rock, 
Who dost rule thy flock, 
Elder of this congregation, 
We, with humble adoration, 
Thee, and thee alone 
Our chief Shepherd own. 

716.* T. 166. 

W HEN our great Sov'reign 

from on high, 
Our Lord and Saviour was aware, 
That he his chosen family, 
O'er whom he watch'd with ten- 
der care, [leave ; 
Would be constrained soon to 
He, fill'd with love and grief in- 
tense, [gave, 
To them his farewel blessing 
Before his sufF 'rings did com- 
mence. 

2 Feeling beforehand all the 

weight [woe, 

Of those dire scenes of pain and 

Which he well knew did him 

await, 
His love towards his own to show, 
He water in a bason pour'd, 
And washed his disciples' feet; 
Their souls already by his word, 
Save one, were cleansed ev'ry 
whit. 



Hymns for Festival Days and solemn Meetings. 22o 

3 When lie this act of love had 

done, 
He unto his disciples said: 
u To you I've an example shown: 
Ye call me Master, Lord and 

Head, [feet, 

If I as such have wash'd your 
To one another do the same." 
This solemn act to celebrate, 
We're now assembled in his name. 



4 Arise then, and with due re- 
spect, [ness, 

With humble shame and willing- 
Do what our Saviour doth direct, 
Endowed with disciples' grace! 
Since Jesus, to release from sin, 
Unto his people power gave, 
We in his name are now wash'd 

clean, 
And with our Lord a part may 

have. 

5 Lord Jesus Christ, we pray, be 
near, 

Forgive us all our trespasses ; 
With joy divine our spirits cheer, 
Impart to us thy pard'ning grace! 
As our High-Priest lift up thy 
hand, [thro', 

That hand the nail once pierced 
Thy mercy unto us extend, 
Rich blessings upon all bestow. 

6 Inspire our hearts with mutual 
love, 

O may we truly humble be, 
Thy faithful servants ever prove, 
'Who yield in all things joy to thee: 
In due obedience to thy word 
We now have wash'd each other's 

feet; 
Thy blest example, gracious Lord, 
To follow, we find always meet. 

7 Sure as thou art the church's 
Head, 

Sure as we dust and ashes are, 
So sure we, by thy blood once 

shed, 
Are now, thro' grace, absolv'd 

and clear ; 



Sure as thy cross's church re- 
mains 
To the blind world a spectacle, 
So sure in her thy Spirit reigns, 
And thou dostin thy temple dwell* 

717.* T. 22. 



C Reception Liturgy. A.J 

IN th' name of Jesus Christ our 

Lord, 
The church's Head, by us ador'd, 
His brethren's congregation now 
Into her fold receiveth you; 

2 With us in Jesus to be one, 
To follow him, and him alone; 
T' enjoy his faithful Shepherd- 
care, 

And his reproach and joy to share. 

3 O may our Lord, the God of 
grace, [peace, 

While you receive the kiss of 
Own you his blood-bought prop- 
erty, [ly. 
And lead, and bless you constant- 

4 With heart and hand you now 
we own ; 

The Lord, to whom your heart 

is known, 
Cause your whole walk 'mongst 

us to be 
His joy, and your felicity. 

5 The God of peace you sanctify, 
With us to yield him praise and 

joy; 
That spirit, soul and body may 
Be blameless, till his perfect day. 

718.* T. 22. 
C Reception Liturgy. B.J 

THIS flock of Christ receiveth 
thee, 

While conscious of her poverty; 

She weepeth often contrite tears, 

When 'fore her Saviour she ap- 
pears. 



226 



Of Holy Baptism. 



2 But yet she can in truth rejoice, 
Because she hears the Shepherd's 

voice, 
And owns, that hv her Lord and 

Head 
Slit's gently g-ovcrn'd, train'd 

and led. 

o While we the kiss of peace im- 
part, 
"We own thee one with us in heart, 
In Christ, who is the only ground 
That in one cov'nant we are found. 



4 Enjoy then with the church, 
Christ's spouse, 

The privileges of his house; 
And in our joy, and grief, and 

care, 
With us take thy allotted share. 

5 As his redeem'd from this 
world's thrall, [call : 

With us make sure thy bl< 
That, when the Bridegroom 

comes, we max 
13c found wist virgins in that day. 



CIV. Of Holy Baptism. 



719. T. rfs. 

>> HEN we baptize a sinner in 

Christ's death, 
Then is the blood and water his 

Not With Water only can 

• and with 
blood to bless ns. 

Praise be to God! 

pen by 

ns' blood not seen our fYub 
rei, 

We are well persuaded this foun- 
tain i 

I'ollu 

To live to him. 

3 TIT, fall of 

it w ; n, and cm 

fectuallj ; 

And the Holy Spirit, unto us 

Ler'dj 

w'rfully that we 
rendered Children of God. 

then, Father, Son and 
A\ biit wt of Jettlt' bitter ]>; 



While on him relying, wc ai ( 

ti/i 
This sinner in Chi . that 

lie be rising With Jesui 

rinklc bin., JtSUI . 

of God, 

Now with thy pi aton- 

ing- blood ; 

t both soul and body from 

all pollution. 
And grant to bun the - 

It ion, Thj peace divine. 

7*0. Ti r>90. 

Jl EAV'N's kingdom none shall 
enter In 

But be who is a child: 

Then • ; God 

Heirs of Ins kingdom styi'd. 

Is heaven theirs? none shall for- 
A child to come to him! [bid 

W ho .shall forbid the w attr-Mood 
A babe to OV< 

2 <>i and Holy <• 

lie present w ilh us h< I 
We trust in 

little child 
»lh; 

\\ e bai fonn 

Thia I in faith. 



Of Holy Baptism. 



3 The heav'nly hosts rejoice 
* with us ! 

An infant here they see, 
Whom Jesus, by his precious 
Hath sav'd from misery, [blood, 
The children's angels, who be- 
hold 
The Father on his throne, 
For Jesus' sake will surely tend 
And guard this little one. 

721. T. 590. 

JLi ORD Jesus, from thy pierced 

side 
Both blood and water stream'd, 
A cleansing laver to provide 
For man, from sinredeem'd; 
Thou saidst, M Preach pardon to 

the lost, 
Baptize them in the name 
Of Father, Son and Holy Ghost;" 
We now will do the same. 

2 Be present with us, Lord our 

God; 
This water can't make clean, 
But while we pour it, cleanse by 

blood 
This infant from all sin. 
Accept this child we now baptize 
And here present to thee ; 
His soul be precious in thine eyes, 
Now and eternally. 

722. T. 22. 

JlJuRY'D in baptism with our 

Lord, 
We rise with him, to life restored : 
Not the bare life in Adam lost, 
But richer far, for more it cost. 

2 Water can cleanse the flesh we 
own ; [alone, 

But Christ well knows, and Christ 
How dear to him our cleansing 

stood, 
Baptiz'd with wrath, and bath'd 

in blood! 

3 He by his blood aton'd for sin ; 
This precious blood can wash us 

clean ; 



And lie arrays us in the dress 
Of his unspotted righteousness, 

723. T. 582. 

O UR baptism first declares 
That we must cleansed be, 
Then shows, that Christ to all 

God's heirs 
Dispenseth purity. 

2 Water the body laves ; 
And, if 'tis done by faith, 

The blood of Jesus surely saves 
The sinful soul from death. 

3 Baptiz'd into his death, 
We rise to life divine ; 

The Holy Spirit works the faith, 
And water is the sign. 

724. T. 14. 

FATHER of Jesus Christ can- 
Lord! 
(In him ouit Father too) 
O bless, we pray with one accord, 
The work we have to do. 

2 Jesus! as water well apply'd 
Will make the body clean; 

So in the fountain of thy side 
Wash thou this soul from sin. 

3 O Holy Ghost! with pow'r ap- 
ply 

The Saviour's cleansing blood; 
Own thou this babe, and testify : 
" This is a child of God." 

725. T. 39. 

JL HOU who in the days of thy 
flesh didst receive 

The children, and to them thy 
blessing- didst give; 

Most gracious Redeemer, thy fa- 
vor bestow 

On him we present thee, Ave pray, 
bless him now. 

2 Receive him, 6 Christ, as a 
lamb thou hadst lost, 

And think what a price his re- 
demption hath cost! 



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Thy name on his forehead, thy 

seal on his heart, 
O merciful Shepherd and Bishop, 

impart. 

3 Vouchsafe to be present, thou 
Father ador'd ; 

And thou our Redeemer, and 
merciful Lord; 

O Holy Ghost, come with thy 
unction and fire, 

And all with thy love and salva- 
tion inspire. 

72*. T. 22. 

O BLEST Redeemer! in thy side 
Upon the cross was made a wound: 
The fountain by which we are 

purg'd, 
"Wherein our sin and guilt are 

drown'd. 

2 Water and blood in streams 
hence ran, 

And on the earth were freely 

spilt; 
Water to sanctify and cleanse; 
Blood to atone for heinous guilt. 

3 This wondrous grace to repre- 
sent 

Baptismal waters were design 'd, 
In which thou, Lord, wast bury'd 

too. 
To thy great Father's will re- 

sign'd. 

K Thus penitents who die to sin 
With thee are bury'd in thy grave, 
Thus quicken'd to a life divine 
Their souls a resurrection have. 



5 And though their bodies turn 

to dust, 
This holy symbol doth assure: 
The resurrection of the just 
Shall render them once bright 

and pure. 

727. T. 582. 

vy OME, lowly souls, that mourn, 
Depress'd with grief and shame, 
Wash in your Saviour's cleansing 

blood, 
And call upon his name. 

2 Rejoice, ye contrite hearts, 
The blood which Jesus spilt, 
While we with water you baptize, 
Will wash away your guilt. 

3 While with repenting tears 
Your sins you now deplore, 
Christ with his blood will blot 

them out, 
Remember them no more. 

4 Ye who in Christ believe, 
And to his sceptre bow, 

Sing your Redeemer's love, and 

tell 
What he hath done for you. 

5 Unspotted robes you wear, 
Your sighs to songs are turn'd: 
Garments of praise adorn you now, 
Who late in ashes mourn'd. 

6 Ye with your Lord are ris'n ; 
Aspire to things above, 
Mansions for you your Lord pre- 
pares 

In realms of light and love. 



XXXV. Of the Holy Communion. 
728. T. 160. 
oEE Jesus seated 'midst his own, 



With pensive mind oppressed, 
Foreboding pangs and griefs un- 
known, 
Amazed and distressed; [yet 

Strong fears beset — but stronger 



Love's pow'r his soul then moved, 
And love the conqu'ror proved. 

2 With great desire he long'd, 

before 
His final, bitter suff'ring, 
To cat the passover once more, 
Type of his body's off 'ring \ 



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And in a last— farewell repast, 

To give a sacred token 

Of his love's bond unbroken. 

3 In that most dark and doleful 
night, 

When Jesus was betrayed, 
And, viewing- hell's collected 

might, 
As man felt sore dismayed; 
Yet see his face — with matchless 

grace 
Shine on his flock with healing', 
Pardon and peace revealing. 

4 In bread and wine to them he 
His sacred body broken, [gave 
His blood, shed guilty souls to 

save; 
For thus the Lord hath spoken, 
And we believe, — adore, receive, 
Yea, feel the pow'r mysterious 
To heal, revive and cheer us. 

5 Lord Christ, I thank thee for 
thy grace, 

Since by thy invitation, 

Here at thy table I take place, 

And taste of thy oblation; 

Now seal me thine — and be thou 

mine, 
That nought on earth me ever 
From thy communion sever. 

6 'Tis here my needy soul is fed, 
But not with food terrestrial: 
Thy body is my living bread, 
Thy blood my drink celestial : 
And at thy feet— my rest how 

sweet ! 
Here may I have my station, 
A trophy of thy passion. 

7 And when I once, of heav'nly 
bliss 

And perfect love possessed, 
Shall see my Saviour, as he is, 
The Lamb for ever blessed, 
Still shall each breath— show 

forth his death ; 
My voice shall swell the chorus, 
To sing that song most glorious 



U 



729. T. 166. 

IN that important, doleful night, 
In which our Saviour was betray'd, 
Before his sufferings, he took 
bread, [said : 

Bless'd it, and brake it, and then 
w Take, eat; this is my body 

giv'n 
For you, md offer'd on the tree. 
Perform this ord'nance as I do, 
And doing it, remember me." 

2 Then after supper took the cup, 
And, having given thanks, he said: 
" 'Tis the New Test'ment in my 

blood, 
The blood for you and many shed. 
Take this, and drink ye all of it, 
Your sins' remission here you see : 
Oft as this ord'nance ye perform, 
It in remembrance do of me." 

3 Yes, Lord, we will remember 
thee, 

We'll ne'er forget thy love divine : 
Thy cross we'll ever bear in mind, 
Which made thee ours, and made 

us thine. 
We thus commemorate thy death, 
Till thou shalt once again appear: 
Meanwhile remember, gracious 

Lord, 
Us thy unworthy follVers here. 

730.* T, 205. 

HAPPY race — of witnesses ! 
Whom God's Spirit doth ordain 
To make known — what God hath 

done ; 
Ye can only vie fry gain 
By that sacred cov'nant blood, 
Which the fathers, bold in God, 
Wrote in faith on ev'ry door, 
That the slayer might pass o'er. 

•2 Israel's seed — from slav'ry freed, 
Eat with joy their paschal Lamb; 
But the bride — of Christ, who 

dy'd 
Her from bondage to redeem, 
Hath another passover; 



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(There the shadow, substance 

here:) 
She enjoys the flesh and blood 
Of the slaughter'd Lamb of God. 

3 Here we now — most humbly 
bow, 

Being met in Jesus' name, 
Who for us — dy'd on the cross, 
Bearing- our reproach and shame, 
'Fore the Father, 'fore the Son, 
And the Spirit, Three in One, 
With the countless heav'nly host, 
Andtlv* assembly of the just. 

4 Ere we taste — the rich repast, 
Which he offers graciously, 

On our food, — his flesh and blood, 
Feasting in the sanctuary, 
Ere, the sacrament t' enjoy, 
We with awe to him draw nigh, 
We in love and fellowship 
This communion love-feast keep. 

5 Eat and rest — at this great feast; 
Then to serve liim freely g-o, 

As it is — for pilgrims fit, 

As disciples ought to do; 

We, when Jesus we shall see 

Coming in his majesty, 

Shall the marriage-s upper share, 

If we his true foU'wers are. 

6 Then will be— of ransom'd souls 
An innumerable throng: 

" Lamb, once slain, — to thee per- 
tain [song. 
Thanks and praise*' will be their 
" Hallelujah" will they cry 
Singing in sweet harmony, 
M 'Midst all trials we o'crcame 
Only by thy blood, O Lamb !" 

731.* T. 594. 

J ESUS, how great was thy de- 
sire, [lamb 
Once more to eat the paschal 
With thy dear flock! O what 
love's fire [flame! 
Did here thy sorr'wing soul in- 
Each precious word thy kindness 

showeth, 
Thereby we are divinely blest: 



The love that in thy bosom glow* i 
Is herein render'd manifest, [eth 

2 Thy love is great beyond all 
measure, 

Thence we derive eternal good; 

Thou grantest us, O what a treas- 
ure! 

Thy holy body and thy blood ; 

Lord Jesus, was it not sufficient 

That thou shouldst die for our 
offence, 

But, out of love, thou ev'ry patient 

Wouldst heal, and make thy resi- 
dence! 

3 O love divine! how strong, how 
ardent ! 

More strong than death! our life 

to gain, 
Th' incarnate God, thro' love most 

fervent, 
Was as a Lamb for sinners slain. 
Love urg'd the sov'reign great 

Creator, [shake, 

'Fore whom the universe doth 
By whom all things subsist in 

nature, [make ! 

Once in the earth his grave to 

732. T. 590. 

TlIAT doleful night before his 

death, 
The Lamb, for sinners slain, 
Did, almost with his latest breath, 
This solemn feast ordain. 
To keep thy feast, Lord, are we 
And to remember thee: [met, 
Help each poor sinner to repeat, 
" For me he dy'd, for me." 

2 Thy suflT'rings, Lord, each sa- 
cred sign 

To our remembrance brings ; 

We feed upon thy love divine, 

Forget all earthly things. 

O tune our voices, and inflame 

Our hearts with love to thee, 

That each may gratefully pro- 
claim, 

" My Saviour dy'd for me !" 



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231 



733,* T. 242. 

A. S oft as we expect the favor, 
That in the sacrament our Saviour 
Himself will unto his people give, 
We weep for joy and grief: 
For joy, that we're thus brought 
By Jesus' blood ; [nigh to God 
For grief, that we so little honor 
Afford to him in word and in de- 
meanor ; 
Yea, sometimes frustrate his gra- 
cious views 
And purposes with us : 
Ah, then in faith we sigh, 
And to our Saviour cry : 
O that thy hand, for us once 

pierced thro', 
Might bless all of us now, 
And give absolving grace : 
Lord, leave with us thy peace ! 

734. T. 151. 

JDeAR Lord! this congregation 
Is poor, despise her not ; 
She's taken with thy passion, 
As were she on the spot, 
When, earning her election, 
Thy heart-strings broke in death; 
That stirs up her affection, 
And gives her life and breath. 

2 Shouldst thou desire her beauty, 
For shame she hides her face; 
And shouldst thou look for duty, 
Her only plea is grace : 
Tho' we are poor and needy, 
Yet we're thy property ; 
When we enjoy thy body 
And blood, how blest are we! 

735.* T. 146. 

WHERE my Redeemer's blood 
And sweat the earth did cover, 
May ev'ry sinful thought 
Be now interred for ever ; 
Lord Jesus, grant my wish, 
That I may thine abide, 
And by thy holy flesh 
And blood be sanctify'd. 



736.* T.4. 

O GLORIFY'D Head, 

Since mortals may tread 
The holiest of all, 
And deeply abas'd 'fore the mer- 
cy-seat fall ; 

2 Admit us, we pray, 
On this solemn day, 
To thee to draw nigh, 
And thy holy body and blood to 
enjoy. 

737. T. 9. 

SuFF'RING Saviour, Lamb of 
How hast thou been used! [God, 
With God's sin-avenging rod 
Soul and body bruised! 

2 We, for whom thou once wast 
slain, 

We, whose sins did pierce thee, 
Now commemorate thy pain, 
And implore thy mercy. 

3 What can we poor sinners do, 
When temptations seize us ! 
Nought have we to look unto 
But the blood of Jesus. 

4 Pardon all our sins, O Lord ; 
All our weakness pity; 

Guide us safely by thy word 
To the heav'nly city. 

5 O sustain us on the road 
Thro' this desert dreary; 

Feed us with thy flesh and blood 
When we're faint and weary. 

6 Bid us call to mind thy cross, 
Our hard hearts to soften ; 
Often, Saviour, feast us thus, 
For we need it often. 

738.* T. 581. 

X O avert from men God's wrath 
Jesus suffer'd in our stead; 
By an ignominious death 
He a full atonement made: 
And by his most precious blood 
Brought us sinners nigh to God. 



2B2 



Of the Holy Communion. 



2 That we never should forget 
This great love on us bestow' d, 
He gave us his flesh to eat, 
And to drink his precious blood: 
All who sick and needy are 
May receive in him a share. 

3 Hither each afflicted soul 
May repair, tho' fill'd with grief; 
To the sick, not to the whole, 
The Physician brings relief: 
Fear not, therefore, but draw 

nig-h, 
He will all your wants supply. 

4 He who in self-righteousness 
Fixeth any hope or stay, 
Hath not on a wedding dress, 
And with shame is sent away : 
To the hungry, weary heart, 
He will food and rest impart. 

5 But examine first your case, 
Whether you be in the faith ; 
Do you mourn for pard'ning 

grace ? 
Is your only hope his death ? 
Then, howe'er your soul's opprest, 
Come, you are a worthy guest. 

6 He who Jesus' mercy knows, 
Is from wrath and envy freed; 
Love unto our neighbour shows 
That we are his flock indeed: 
Thus we may in all our ways 
Show forth our Redeemer's praise. 

739.* T. 58. 

ClIRIST was revealed in the 

flesh for us, 
To suffer death upon the shameful 

cross ; [given, 

Now his holy body, for sinners 
Is our souls' food, until we shall 

in heaven Adore his name. 

2 With thirsty souls we drink the 
sacred blood, 

Which flow'd from Jesus Christ, 
the Lamb of God, 

To procure for sinners complete 
salvation, 

When he became the full propi- 
tiation For all our sins. 



3 While we partake thereof in 
humble faith, 

We show forth Jesus' sin-atoning 
death, 

And with deep abasement the con- 
gregation 

Gives glory, honor, praise and 
adoration Unto the Lamb* 

740. T. 232. 

J. HE holy bread which now we 
break, 
The cup of which we all partake, 
Is the participation 
Of Jesus' flesh and blood, for us 
A ransom giv'n upon the cross, 
To purchase our salvation. 
He said, " My flesh is truly meat; 
This is my body, take and eat:" 
He also took the cup, and said, 
" This is my blood, for you 'tis 
Lord, we draw near shed." 

Thy table here 
With childlike fear: 
Dear Jesus, to our hearts appeal*. 

2 Most holy Lord, thou know'st 
our wants, 

And how each needy sinner pants 
For thee, our Lord and Saviour : 
O may our hungry souls be fed 
With thee, the true life-giving 

Bread, 
And taste thy matchless favor: 
O may thy blood, the stream of 

life, [vive. 

Our thirst assuage, our souls re- 
Thou living Vine, each branch 

supply; 
Our souls and bodies sanctify: 
And grant that we 
Abide in thee 
Continually ; 
Yea, bear such fruit as pleaseth 

thee. 

3 O Lord, who dost thyself im- 
part 

In mercy to each contrite heart, 
Enjoying the communion: 
Grant, that we may be one in thee, 



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23c 



Mav love each other heartily, 
And thus abide in union. 
Let nothing* 'mongst thy flock 
take place [grace; 

Which tends thy doctrine to dis- 
By faith and love in all we do, 
O may we, to thy honor, show 
In all our ways 
The boundless gTace 
Thy love displays, 
Which n the sacrament we trace. 

4 Now bless and praise the slaugh- 
ter* d Lamb, 
Extol his saving Jesus -name, 
Thou favor'd congregation ! 
Which at the table of our Lord 
Hast eat and drank with one ac- 
cord; 
Thou know'st, thy destination 
Is to abide in Christ by faith, 
And to show forth our Saviour's 

death. 
Walk then as children of the light, 
Live to his praise by day and night; 
O Lamb once slain. 
We vow again 
Thine to remain : 
Confirm our promises . Amen! 

741.* T. 126. 

AS that my dearest Brother, 
(Saith one of low degree,) 
Who, tho' the Father's equal, 
Became a man like me, 
And on the ignominious tree 
Aton'd for my transgressions : — 
'Tis he most certainly ! 

2 Ye who believe on Jesus, 
And on account of sin 
Have mourn'd with pungent sor- 
But now feel joy within, [row, 
What think ye, that to him on 

high, 
'Fore whom ev'n John did tremble, 
Ye dare approach so nigh? 

3 He show'rs his choicest bless- 
This day upon each heart, [ings 
And thus to soul and body 
Salvation doth impart. 

V 



That blood which on the cross he 
Our drink is, and his body [shed 
Is our true heav'nly bread. 

4 He said, " My flesh is truly 
Meat, and my blood is drink :" 
So did, unto his glory, 

The Lord's disciples think. 
We with the heart believe it too, 
And can with full assurance 
Declare it to be true. 

5 In spirit we behold him 
As dying in our stead; 

We may approach with boldness 

To him in all our need. 

Th' enjoyment of this heav'nly 

feast 
Make us, his congregation, 
In soul and body chaste. 

6 Thou ransom'dchurch of Jesus, 
Increase in love and faith, 
Lnited to thy Saviour ; 

Be faithful unto death, 
And own him God for evermore, 
Who took our human nature; 
Him in the dust adore. 

742.* T. 9. 

1 ILL the hour shall come, with 
By the church desired, [tears 

When our Lord again appears, 
Xow from sight retired: 

2 He hath with a pledge of grace 
His dear flock supplied, 
Whereby his own witness race 
Shows forth that he died. 

3 J Tis his body and his blood 
Which the soul refreshes : 
Church of Christ, this highest 

good 
Claims thy thanks and praises! 

4 By this sacrament we are 
To our Lord united; 

To due watchfulness and pray'r, 
And good works excited. 

5 With deep rev'rence we draw 
nigh, ♦ 

Falling down before thee; 
2 



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Of the Holy Communion. 



While we this repast enjoy, 
We with awe adore thee. 

6 Us thy congregation own, 
Let us taste thy favor, 
And by faith recline, like John, 
On thy breast, dear Saviour. 

743.* T. 23. 

OUL, at this most awful season, 
Soar above thy scanty reason; 
To the light approach, where 

clearest; [est. 

Duly mind what dress thou wear- 

2 Jesus, Lord of the creation, 
Gives thee now an invitation, 
His unbounded love revealing, 
He'll take up in thee liis dwelling. 

3 Hasten, as for brides is fitting, 
Give thy bridegroom soon the 

meeting, [thee, 

Say, " Dear Lord, let me receive 
Hold thee fast, and never leave 

thee." 

4 How do I, with spirit's hunger, 
Lord, to taste thy goodness, lin- 
ger! 

Oft I pant with inward sighing 
This blest food to be enjoying. 

5 O how crave 1 the fruition 

Of thy blood, my soul's nutrition ! 
Since by sharing this communion 
I'm with God in closest union. 

6 Heav'nly joy and holy trembling 

1 feel in me, past dissembling ; 
Tor the food to which I'm bidden 
Is a myst'ry deep and hidden. 

7 Human reason is too shallow 
In this wonder thee to follow, 
How thou hast unto us given [en. 
Thy own flesh, the bread of heav- 

8 How the blood, which from thee 
flowed, 

Is in wine on us bestowed; 

O the wonders deep and blessed, 

By God's Spirit here expressed ! 



9 Thy communion's celebration 
Bows me down to deep prostra- 
tion ; 
May 1 never unprepared, 
To my condemnation share it. 

744.* T. 23. 

I^OME, approach to Jesus' 

table, 
Taste that food incomparable, 
Which to us is freely given, 
As an antepast of heaven. 

2 Jesus' bride, his congregation, 
Calls to mind her Saviour's pas- 
sion; 

With his body she is nourished, 
With his blood refreshed and 
cherish'd. 

3 Far be gone all carnal reason, 
At this awful blessed season; 
Slaughter'dLamb! we now desire 
By thy love to be inspired. [it 

4 This mysterious, heav'nly bless- 
ing* 

Is all thought by far surpassing; 
Deeply bow'd may we adore thee, 
Soul and body sink before thee. 

5 Now is come our time sabbatic; 
Lord, we feel thy pow'r emphatic; 
Ah, draw near to us, dear Saviour, 
Let us taste thy grace and favor! 

745.* T. 71. 

31 Y soul, prepare to meet 
Thy Saviour ; at his feet 
Fall down adoring: 
The Lord of earth and skies 
A feast for thee supplies, 
Past thy exploring. 

2 How vast is here display'd, 
In brightest form array'd, 
His love's dimension! 

O grace ! beyond the ken 
Of angels or of men, 
Past comprehension ! 

3 How should I, slaughter'd 
Lamb, 

Who dust and ashes am, 



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235 



A worm, and earthy, 
To taste such boundless grace, 
And have so high a place, 
Be counted worthy ! 

4 All, why am I thus blest, 
That such a heav'nly Guest 
My house will enter ; 
Dare I, thou highest Good, 
To taste thy flesh and blood, 
A sinner, venture? 

5 Upon thy call I'm here, 
I venture to draw near, 
Because thou'rt gracious ; 
I on thy word rely, 
Thou wilt my soul supply 
With food delicious. 

6 Grant me but this firm faith, 
That with thee by thy death 

I am united. 

To cure and make me whole, 
Thou hast my sin-sick soul 
Freely invited. 

7 Thy body slain for me, 
My food, my foretaste be 
Of heav'n's fruition ! 
And by its pow'r may I, 
While I the world deny, 
Gain there admission. 

8 Pervade, thou precious flood* 
Of Christ's all -healing blood, 
My soul and senses : 

And to my needy heart 

Life, peace and health impart, 

Thus heav'n commences. 

9 Lord, of thy wondrous love 
That brought thee from above 
Thou gav'st this token : 

O may it constantly 
Unite my heart to thee 
In bonds unbroken. 

10 Didst thou thyself devise 
To be my Sacrifice, 

My Lord, my Treasure ! 
Grant, that continually 
To live alone for thee 
May be my pleasure. 



11 Cause me, who now am thine* 
As branch, to thee the Vine 

To cleave unceasing; 
Receiving strength and juice, 
That I may fruit produce 
To thee well-pleasing. 

12 Such grace on me is spent, 
That none hath its extent 
Aright explained ; 

Grant now that I may show 
To fellow-sinners too 
A love unfeigned. 

13 May ev'ry drop of blood 
In me, O Lord my God, 

Be sanctified: 
Oft as my heart doth beat, 
May I his praise repeat, 
Who for me died. 

746.* T. 22. 

X HE congregation while below, 
Being imperfect, tears must sow ; 
But we expect once joy to reap, 
Since we for Jesus' mercy weep. 

2 Meanwhile that we might bear 
in mind 

His dying love to lost mankind, 
He hath, as his last testament, 
To us bequeath'd the sacrament. 

3 He, when this feast was first 
ordain'd, 

Its solemn import thus explain'd: 
" This is my body, take and eat, 
That you may never me forget." 

4 " This is my blood, of which 
whene'er [bear." 

Ye drink, my death in mem'ry 
The church believes, and thus in 

faith 
Partakes, and showeth forth 

Christ's death. 

5 But words can never fully tell 
W T hat in our melted hearts we 

feel: 
We taste, experience, and possess 
True joy* and weep for thank- 
fulness. 



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Of the Holy Communion. 



747. T. 14. 

▼V HEN we before our Saviour's 

face 
Appear with contrite hearts, 
He soothes our griefs, andpard'- 

ning grace 
To ev'ry one imparts. 

2 When we commemorate his love, 
He saith, " For you I dy'd: 
Behold my hands, behold my feet, 
And view my wounded side. 

3 " These are the wounds I bore 
for you, 

The tokens of my pain : 

By which I for your guilty souls 

Eternal life did gain." 

4 We eat his body, slain for us 
And giv'n a sacrifice, 
Thirsting we drink his sacred 

blood, 
That precious ransom -price. 

5 Ah, then we feel, that life divine 
From Jesus' death redounds, 
Eternal blessings from his cross, 
And healing from his wounds. 

748. T. 14. 

JL ORD, how divine thy comforts 
How heav'nly is the place, [are ! 
Where Jesus spreads the sacred 

feast 
Of his redeeming grace ! 

2 There the rich bounties of our 
And heav'nly glories shine; [God, 
There Jesus saith, that " I am 
And my Beloved's mine." [his, 

3 " Here," (saith our kind re- 
deeming Lord, 

And shows his wounded side,) 
M Behold the spring of all your 

j°y s * 

That open'd when I dy'd." 

4 What shall we pav our heav'n- 
ly King 

For grace so vast as this! 

•He brings our pardon to our eyes, 

And seals it with a kiss. 



749. T. 14. 

TOGETHER with these sym- 
bols, Lord, 
Thy blessed self impart; 
And let thy holy flesh and bloojl 
Feed the believing heart. 

2 Let us from all our sins be 
In thy atoning blood; [wash'd 
And let thy Spirit be the seal 
That we are born of God. 

3 Come, Holy Ghost, with Jesus' 
Prepare us for this feast; [love 
O let us banquet with our Lord, 
And lean upon his breast. 

750.* T. 141. 

C HRIST, thy flock doth hunger 
For thy flesh, our food, 
Thirsts with ardent longing 
For thy precious blood, 
Which thou hast bequeathed, 
As thy testament, 
To thy congregation 
In the sacrament. 

2 Like the king of Salem, 
Thou with wine and bread 
Com'st to meet thy people, 
Them to cheer and feed. 
O preserve th' enjoyment 
Of thy blood and death 
To thy congregation, 
Wlnle we live by faith. 

751. T. 185. 

GrREAT the feast, to which 

thou, Lord, hast bidden 
Such a worthless guest as me; 
'Tis an awful myst'ry, deep and 

hidden, 
'Tis a heav'nly legacy: 
Contrite souls howe'er by sin in- 
fected, [jected, 
Are made welcome, not one is re- 
Else this grace to sinful me 
Never could extended be. 

2 Thou thy table spreadest for 

the needy, [AH ; 

Who mav feast and take their 



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237 



Thou to grant thy heav'nly gifts 

art ready, 
And thy goodness to reveal; 
Soul and body in this rich fruition 
Gain from thee, the Bread of life, 

nutrition ; 
And we, as thy flesh and bone, 
Lord, with thee are render' d one. 

752.* T. 22. 

O CHURCH of Jesus, now draw 

near 
With humble joy, and filial fear; 
According to his testament, 
Enjoy the holy sacrament. 

2 Here all our wants are well sup- 
ply'd, [dy'd: 

And we show forth that Jesus 
May we abide in him by faith, 
And cleave to him in life and 
death. 

3 Th' enjoyment of the flesh and 
blood 

Of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, 

Endoweth us with strength and 

grace [days. 

To love and serve him all our 

753.* T. 151. 

JL HOSE souls are truly blessed, 
Who to our Saviour cleave, 
Of living faith possessed, 
And in his name believe; 
For what is still denied 
To sight, while here below, 
Is by our faith enjoyed, 
And makes our hearts to glow. 

2 Faith on Christ's declaration 
With confidence relies : 

He now his congregation 
With heav'nly food supplies ; 
Would we as branches flourish 
On Jesus the true Vine, 
His blood our souls must nourish; 
Else they would droop and pine. 

3 Draw near to Jesus' table, 
Te contrite souls, draw near; 



The hungry, sick and feeble 
His choicest dainties share. 
Let Jesus' death engraven 
Upon your hearts remain ; 
Thus here, and there in heaven, 
Eternal life you gain. 

754* T. 99. 

ACT full of godlike majesty! 
O Love's abyss ! I'm lost in thefc, 

myst'ry, all our thoughts sur- 
passing ! [ply'd, 

Now all our wants are well sup- 
And we show forth that Jesus 

d y' d > 

As oft as we enjoy this blessing. 
755* T. 119. 

Bread of life, # 

Christ, by whom alone we live, 
Bread, that came to us from 

heaven ! 
My poor soul can never thrive 
Unless thou appease its craving; 
Lord, 1 hunger only after thee, 
Feed thou me. :ij: 

756.* T. 151. 

OWN me, Lord, my Salvation ! 
Receive, my Shepherd, me! 

1 know, thy bitter passion 
Is a rich treasury ; 

And that thou, Man of sorrows, 
Hast by thy death and blood 
Procur'd a new heart for us, 
And sacramental food. 

2 What heav'nly consolation 
Doth in my heart take place, 
When I thy toil and passion 
Can in some measure trace? 
Oh, what am I enjoying, 
Thy flesh and bone, when I 
With thee, my Lord, am dying ! 
What peace divine, what joy ! 

757* T. 22. 

O THAT in Jesus' church, his 

bride, 
Sin might henceforth be mortify 'd 



233 



Of the Holy Communion. 



By him, who us to save was slain, I 759. T. 5S2. 

Andunderwent suchrackinerpain! ! "\T^ r, • * , . •. 

or ItXY Saviour's pierced side 

2 O might our souls and bodies J Pour'd forth a double flood ; 

From sinful influences free; [be i By water we are purify 'd, 

Might we, while still on earth we j And pardon'd by his blood 



live, 
To him the 
cleave. 



Vine as branches 



3 O were we free from strange de- 
sire 

And from depraved nature's fire, 
As dead to all corruption base, 
As formerly to righteousness. 

4 Lord, by the power of thy 
death, 

Renew in us a living faith ; 
Whate'er is carnal, quite erase, 
And sanctify us by thy grace. 

5 O church, rejoice, tho' trem- 
blingly, 

The Lord's death now pervadeth 

thee ; 
O may his sacred body cure, 
And make our souls and bodies 

pure. 

758.* T. 97. 

JL HE breath which can the 
dead bones raise, 
-And to Christ's members life con- 
veys, [God, 



Look up, my soul, to him 
Whose death was thy desert, 
And humbly view the living 

stream 
Flow from his wounded heart. 

760. T. 166. 

1 E foll'wers of the slaughter'd 

Lamb, [God: 

Draw near, and take the cup of 
Approachunto thehealing stream, 
And drink of the atoning blood; 
That blood for our redemption 

spilt, 
Assuring us of purchas'd grace; 
That blood, which takes away all 

guilt, 
And speaketh to the conscience 

peace. 

761.* T. 146. 

Xj Y thy sweat mix'd with blood, 
Which flow'd in thy soul's an- 
guish 
From thee, O Lamb of God, 
When thou for us didst languish 
In sad Gethsemane; 
And with our sins oppress'd, 



Pervadeth thee, thou church of ! Didst wee P> and groan, and pray, 

And Jesus' sanctifying blood j That sinners might be bless'd; 

Is now imparted to each thirsty 2 Yea, by thy biood once shed 

For us, when scourges wounded 

Thy back, and when thy head 

A thorny crown surrounded; 

Oh, by that blood which flow'd 
2 O church of God, hft up thy ^J nails thy body tore> 



soul 

It cheers the mourners, 
the wounded whole. 



makes 



heart, 

The Vine its power doth impart; 

Take, drink the blood, so freely 
spilt 

For thine and ev'ry sinner's guilt; 

Take, drink the blood, the blood 
so freely spilt 

For mine, for thine, and ev'ry sin- 
ner's guilt. 



Bless us, O Lord our God, 
Who humbly thee adore! 

3 Lord Jesus, may the blood 
Thou shedst for our salvation, 
Which, is our highest good, 
Refresh this congregation, 
When in the sacrament 
We drink of it in faith, 



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3S9 



And by this testament 
Show forth thy bitter death. 

762.* T. 149. 

WHAT happiness divine! 
What a lot most precious, 
Confidently to recline 

On the breast of Jesus! 
Where, who will — Takes his fill, 
And yet longs for ever 
For more grace and favor. 

2 Jesus cometh to fulfil 
All thy heart desireth, 
Doth himself to thee reveal, 
Thee with love inspireth ; 
His blood spilt — All thy guilt 
Will erase for ever, 
And thy sins will cover. 

763.* T. 184. 

1 HAT sacred blood, from Je- 
sus bursting, 

Who by his stripes soothes ev'ry 
smart, 

And hastes to us, when for him 
thirsting, 

His choicest favors to impart; 

That precious blood, life's foun- 
tain blessed, 

Which flows to me from Jesus' 
wounds, 

Hath often cheer'd me when dis- 
tressed, 

For there eternal life abounds. 

764. T. 97. 

J ESUS, thou Source of life, im- 
part [heart, 
Thy blood unto my thirsting 
Panting I seek that fountain-head, 
W r hence waters so divine proceed; 
Still near this living stream may 
I abide, ^ [fy'd. j 
By which my needy soul is satis- J 

765. T. 124. 

31 AY the stream from thee, the 
Gracious Jesus, [Rock, 



Richly bk:>s thy thirsting flock, 

And refresh us ! 

'.Tis the source of pow'r, of life, 

And salvation, 

To thy congregation. 

766.* T. 580. 

JL HY precious, all-atoning blood 
Is to this hour, O Lamb of God, 
An ocean of free grace. 
All those, who venture to draw 

nigh [joy, 

To thee, can witness bear with 
They ne'er go empty from thy 

face. 

767.* T. 23. 

FLOCK of Christ, with exulta- 
tion, 
View the well-springs of salvation! 
Drink, and live, — with an emotion 
Of unfeigned heart's devotion ! 

2 May to Jesus, while we're living, 
From our works redound thanks- 
giving, 
And our lowly, meek behaviour 
Clearly show we love our Saviour 

768.* T. 82. 

J ESUS makes my heart rejoice 
I'm his sheep, and know his voic 
He's a Shepherd kind and gr 

cious, 
And his pastures are delicious. 
Constant love to me he shows, 
Yea, my worthless name he knows. 

2 Trusting his mild staff always, 
I go in and out in peace; 

He will feed me with the treasure 
Of his grace in richest measure ; 
When athirst to him I cry, 
Living water he'll supply. 

3 Should not I for gladness leap, 
Led by Jesus as his sheep; 

For when thes e blest days are over, 
To the arms of my dear Saviour 
I shall be conveyed to rest : 
Amen, yea, my lot is blest! 



240 



Of the Holy Communion. 



769.* T. 83. 

MORE than shepherd's faith- 
fulness 
To his flock our Saviour showeth; 
From the treasures of his grace 
He the choicest gifts bestoweth : 
As his sheep by him we're own'd, 
Since his blood for us aton'd. 

2 They who feel their want and 

need, 
Thirsting for his great salvation, 
On the richest pastures feed, 
With true joy and delectation; 
Till they shall, when perfected, 
With celestial joys be fed. 

770.* T. 582. 

JV1 Y Shepherd is the Lamb, 
The living Lord, who dy'd; 
With all that's truly good I am 
Most plenteously supply'd; 
He richly feeds my soul 
With manna from above, 
And leads me where the rivers 
Of everlasting love. [roll 

2 My table he doth spread 
With choicest fare, and I 
Behold the Lamb, the living 

Bread, 
And eat most joyfully; 
He makes my cup run o'er, 
Anointeth me witli oil; 
I shall enjoy for evermore 
The merits of his toil. 

3 When faith and hope shall cease, 
And love prevail alone, 

I then shall see him face to face, 
And know as I am known; 
Then I my Shepherd's care 
Shall praise, and him adore, 
And in his Father's house shall 
True bliss for evermore. [share 

771.* T. 583. 

HOW blest are we, when we 

enjoy thy love, 
And in the sacrament thy bounty 

prove ! 



When we with humble shame, O 
Lamb of God, 

Feed on thy body and thy pre- 
cious blood. 

2 Whenever we this highest good 
enjoy, 

We promise thee anew fidelity; 
Pow'r to perform thou hast for 

us obtain'd, 
When, by thy death, life was for 

man regain' d. 

3 Make thou us monuments of 
grace to show 

What wonders thou on sinners 
vile canst do; 

O were in our whole walk this to 
be seen, 

That of thy feast we have parta- 
kers been. 

4 We humbly pray, that, with 
thy chosen train, 

From this repast we may new T 

strength obtain ; 
O deaden all that would thy grace 

withstand, 
Or to its influence refuse to bend. 

5 We have nought good in us to 
bring 'fore thee, 

Yet thou art ours, and we're thy 
property ; 

Preserve to us this grace, we thee 
implore, 

To have our part in thee for ever- 
more. 

772. T. 26. 

AH! who are we, thou God of 

love! 
That we should hear, thro' grace 

abounding, 
The solemn invitation sounding : 
" Prepare for the Lamb's feast 

above." 
2 Prostrate before the mercy -scat 
We sinners lie, with holy trem- 
bling, ' [bling, 
The elders' blissful choir l eseni- 
Who cast their crowns before thv 
feet. 



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211 



re more than Tabor's glories 
shine : 

Heart- captivating" meditation ! 

Ev*n here thou feed'st thy con- 
gregation 

With heav'nly manna, food divine! 

4 Here it is good for us to be! 
Our souls imbibe, while here we 

tarry, 
The breezes of the sanctuary, 
The atmosphere of Calvary. 

5 Rise, and your pilgrim path 
pursue, 

Revived by this rich fruition ! 
Soon shall the beatific vision, 
The Lamb id glory, meet your 
view. 

773.* T. 11. 

Vv OULD we sinners fully tell, 
How our hearts with rapture 

swell, 
Cladly then we would declare, 
Kv'n to angels, what we share. 

2 But since words the happiness 
Which we feel, can ne'er express, 
We adoring 'fore him lie, 

And what he bestows enjoy. 

3 Angels sing before his throne, 
While we at his feet sink down; 
Gracious Jesus, Man and God, 
What hast thou on us bestow'd ! 

774.* T. 583. 

OlNCE Jesus dy'd, my guilty 
soul to save, 

Heav'n's foretaste I may here al- 
ready have: 

O how unutterably blest am I, 

Partaking of him sacramentally ! 

2 When heav'nly bread he gives 

my soul to eat, 
That I may henceforth never him 

forget; 
When I, a needy sheep of his 

blest flock, 
Drink of the stream that flows 

from Christ, the Rock ! 



3 I live now, and to God myself 

will give, 
But yet not I, but Christ in me 

shall live; 
His mercy and liis goodness I 

shall taste 
Both here below, and when with 

him at rest. 



775. 



T. 11. 



J ESUS, who to save hast pow'r, 
And who lives t evermore 
For thy flock to intercede, 
Helping us in time of need ; 

2 Thou who a divine repast 
For the poor prepared hast, 
Giving thy own flesh and bloo^ 
As the hungry sinner's food; 

3 Let thy pow'r divine, we pray, 
Be our strength and only stay, 
Till we drop this mortal vest, 
And the spirit goes to rest. 

776.* T. 22. 

JT OR that amazing love and 
grace, [surpass, 

Which cjoth our thoughts by far 

To eat thy flesh and drink thy 
blood, [God! 

Thanks be to thee, O Lamb of 

2 Thy sacred body thou didst 
give [live; 

For us, that we thereby might 
No pledge of love could, be so 

great: 
O may we ne'er thy love forget. 

3 Thy precious blood for sinners 
spilt [guilt ; 

Cleanseth our hearts, removes our 
The debt is paid which we in- 

curr'd, 
And we're to happiness res tor 'd. 

4 Thy Holy Spirit with us leave, 
So that we rightly may conceive, 
What thou for all believers hast 
Prepared in this blest repast. 



X 



242 



Of the Holy Communion. 



W.* T. 151. 

LORD Christ! I give thee 

praises ; 
Thy hand ne'er intermits 
To show'r, as each day passes, 
On me thy benefits ; 
Thy name, all names exceeding, 
I'll praise, for thou art good, 
Art with thy flesh me feeding, 
To drink giv'st me thy blood. 

778.* T. 185. 

PRAISE be giv'n to Christ our 

soul's Beloved, 
By us sinners ; what are we ? 
Feeble human creatures, far re- 
From angelic purity : [moved 
Yet when he to his rich pastures 

leads us, [feeds us, 

Where he with his sacred body 
And we drink his blood once shed, 
We are richly comforted. 

779. T. 582. 

v> OME, O my soul, and sing 
How Jesus thee hath fed ; 
How Jesus gave himself to thee, 
The true and living Bread. 

2 For food he gives his flesh; 
He bids us drink his blood; 
Amazing favor, matchless grace 
Of our incarnate God! 

3 This holy bread and wine 
Confirms us in the faith, 

In love and union with our Lord, 
And we show forth his death. 

780.* T. 26. 

THOU slaughter'd Lamb, thy 

flesh and blood, 
Which thou didst sacrifice for us, 
Upon the altar of the cross, 
Are to our souls delicious food. 

2 This makes us all with one ac- 
cord 
To love each other fervently, 



Yea, to be wholly one with thee, 
And all that love thee, gracious 
Lord. 

781.* T.22. 

H.APPY, thrice happy hour of 
grace! [face; 

I've seen by faith my Saviour's 
He did himself to me impart, 
And made a cov'nant with my 
heart. 

2 Ah, might in my behaviour 

shine 
The pow'r of Jesus' love divine, 
His conflict and his victory, 
His seeking, and his finding me! 

782.* T. 590. 

1. HOU, who art present with 

thy church 
According to thy word, 
When, to enjoy thy flesh and 

blood, 
We meet with one accord; 
O grant us to show forth thy 

death, 
Until thou shalt appear; 
And may it in our walk be seen, 
That we thy followers are. 

2 May we so captivated be 

By thy redeeming love, 

As to be wean'd from earthly 

things, 
And fix our thoughts above; 
May all that's carnal be subdu'd, 
And mortify'd in us, 
That we may glory in thy name, 
And count all else but loss. 

783.* T. 96. 

SlNCE Jesus' body I have eat, 
And drank the blood he shed for 

may I never him forget ! [me, 

1 know he will remember me ; 
And I shall, when this life is o'er, 
Live in his presence evermore! 



[ 343 ] 



XXXVI. Hymns for different Jlges, Sexes, and Stations 
in Life; or, Choir Hymns* 



784. T. 33. 

JCi ACH division of thy fold, 
Freed from this world's vain tra- 
dition, 
Male or female, young or old, 
In thee hath true joys' fruition; 
All in their allotted place 
Should walk worthy of thy grace. 

2 Grant us a contented mind, 
That in their peculiar station 
Each may be to thee resign'd, 
Seeking only thy salvation. 
By th}^ staff we're safely led, 
Till in thee we're perfected. 



A. For CwiDREX. 
785. T. 22. 

Though but a little child i 

am, [Lamb ; 

Yet 1 may praise the slaughter'd 
He loveth children tenderly, 
He also loveth sinful me. 

2 Yes, gracious Saviour, I believe, 
Thou wilt a little child receive; 
For thou didst bless them former- 
ly, [to me.' 

And say, " Let children come 

3 Lord Jesus, unto me impart 
A humble, meek and docile heart; 
O cleanse me in thy precious 

blood, 
Shed in my heart thy love abroad. 

4 Save me from liking what is ill, 
Teach me to do thy holy will ; 
Each day prepare me, thro' thy 

grace, 
To meet thee, and behold thy face. 



786. T. 14. 

THO' Christ was God, and all 

things made, 
Himself he humbled thus : 
That he, a Servant in our stead, 
Might minister to us. 

2 Our Saviour was a lovely child-, 
His parents' chief delight, 

In his behaviour meek and mild, 
And always acted right. 

3 A blessed pattern Christ our 
Lord 

Himself to children gave, 
That they to him might joy af« 
And never misbehave. [ford, 

4 A child true happiness may find, 
And humbly ought to pray: 

M Lord Jesus, make my heart in- 
To love and to obey." [clin'd 

5 " I'm often stubborn, vain and 
wild, 

Self-will'd and hard in heart; 
O Lord, to me thy chaste, thy 
Thy holy mind impart." [mild, 

787. T. 14. 

O WHAT a wretched heart 

have I, 
How full of sin and shame, 
How obstinate continually, 
How day by day to blame ! 

2 Lord, look on me 'midst all 
my faults ; 

And, when thou seest my guilt, 
My wicked words and foolish 

thoughts, 
Think why thy blood was spilt. 

3 In that most precious river 
cleanse 

And wash my crimes away, 
My selfishness, and that offence 
Which I have done to-day. 



Ill 



Hymns for difierent Ages. 



4 When thou, dear Jesus, wast a 
child, 

Thou hadst no sin like me; 

Xo wicked words thy lips defil'd, 

No faults appear'd in thee. 

5 Thou wast more spotless than 
a dove, 

More harmless than a lamb, 
Obedient, humble, full of iove, 
And never once to blame. 

6 But 1 am proud and headstrong 
Oft sadly misbehave; [too, 
I am not meek, like thee, and low; 
Me, Lord, in mercy save! 

7 O might I but resemble thee, 
That ev'ry one might know, 

I love the Saviour, and will be 
His folPwer here below. 

8 Imprint thine image in my heart, 
Bestow thy Holy Ghost, 

And an obedient mind impart; 
Then 1 shall not be lost. 



rss. 



T. 14. 



O LORD, forgive a sinful child, 
Whose heart is all unclean ; 
How bad am I, and how defil'd, 
How prone to ev'ry sin! 

'2 Oil, change my vile and stub- 
born heart, 
like thee, Oh, make me pure; 
To me thy love divine impart, 
Keep me from sin secure. 

3 Self-will, that cruel enemy, 
No more 1 would obey : 

Thy Spirit shall my Teacher be, 
And guide me in thy way. 

4 O may I never speak a word 
But what I truly mean, [Lord, 
Nor lie to thee, most gracious 
By whom each thought is seen. 

5 I'll make thy wondrous, dying 
Dear Lord, my daily song! [love, 
And joys, like theirs who sing 

above, 
Shall tunc my infant tongue. 



789. T. 11. 

LAMB of God, I look to thte, 
Thou shall my example be; 
When thou wast a little child 
Thou wast gentle, meek and mild. 

2 Due obedience thou didst show, 

make me obedient too; 
Thou wast merciful and kind, 
Grant me, Lord, thy loving mind. 

3 Let me above all fulfil 

God my heav'nly Father's will, 
Never his good Spirit grieve, 
Only to his glory live. 

4 Loving Jesus, holy Lamb, 
In thy hands secure I am; 
Fix thy temple in my heart, 
Never from thy child depart. 

5 Teach me to show forth thy 
praise, 

Lo\ e and serve thee all my days ; 
Oh, might all around me see 
Christ, the holy child, in me! 

790.* T. 1*. 

1 I10U, gracious Saviour, for 

my g*ood 
Wast pleas'd a child to be, 
And thou didst shed thy precious 
Upon the cross for me. [blood 

2 Come, take me as thy property, 
Take me just, as I am; 

1 know that 1 belong to thee, 
Thy love my heart doth claim. 

3 Low at thy feet O may 1 bow, 
Be thine, my Saviour, still; 

In nothing bad myself allow, 
Nor ever show self-will. 

4 Preserve, I pray, my heart se- 
cure 

From e\ 'ry hurt and stain ; 
First make it, and then keep it, 

pure, 
And shut to all that's vain. 

5 If early thou wilt take me hence, 
that no harm will be ! 



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245 



Since endless bliss will then com- 
mence, 
When 1 shall live with thee. 

6 If thou wilt have me longer stay, 
In years and stature grow ; 
Help me to serve thee night and 
While I am here below. [day, 

7 Then, after walking in thy ways, 
And serving thee in love; 
Receive me to thyself in peace, 
To sing thy praise above. 

791. T. 11. 

Out of love and boundless 

grace, 
Thou hast brought us to a place, 
Jesus, where we oft may hear 
Of the sufPrings thou didst bear 

2 Be our Shepherd ev'ry day, 
That we little lambs ne'er stray; 
Whensoe'er we hear thy voice, 
To obey may we rejoice. 

3 Thanks to thee for all the care 
That's bestow'd upon us here; 
May we evermore to thee 

For thy goodness grateful be. 

792; T. 22. 

A HOU Guardian of thy lambs, 

behold 
Us little ones of thy deal' fold; 
Take us into thy special care, 
Secure our souls from ev'ry snare. 

2 Let nothing in our souls take 
place, 

JJut what comes from thy blood 

and grace; 
May that sink deep into each heart, 
And let nought else have any part. 

3 Set on our breasts thy Spirit'^ 
seal, 

Within our hearts thy love reveal, 
And our poor souls securely keep 
Among thy flock, thy chosen 
sheep. 

X 



793. T. 14. 

L OVER of little children ! thee, 
O Jesus, we adore; 
Our kind and loving Saviour be, 
Both now and evermore. 

2 O take us up into thy arms, 
Then we are truly blest ; 

Thy new-born babes are safe from 

harms, 
While leaning on thy breast. 

3 Still as we grow in years, in 
grace 

And wisdom let us grow, 

That daily more we thee may 

praise, 
More of thy mercy know. 

4 Strong let us in thy grace abide, 
But ignorant of ill ; 

From malice, subtlety and pride, 
O Lord, preserve us still. 

794. T. 14. 

JeSUS, the Lord, our Shepherd 
And did our souls redeem ; [is, 
Our present and eternal bliss 
Are both secur'd in him. 

2 His mercy ev'ry sinner claims ; 
For all his flock he cares ; 

The sheep he gently leads^ the 
He in his bosom bears. [lambs 

3 If unto us our friends arc good, 
'Twas he their hearts inclm'd; 
He bids our fathers give us food, 
And makes our mothers kind. 

4 Then let us thank him for his 
grace, 

He will not disapprove 

Our meanest sacrifice of praise, 

For his unbounded love. 

5 When children honor Jesus 
thus, 

And thank him for his grace, 
Out of tike mouths of babes, like 
His wis dom perfects praise, [us % 



246 



Hymns for different Ages, 



795.* T. 22. 

J-ESUS ! the children's dearest 

Friend, 
Who dost to all our wants attend, 
Thou wast a child, and knowest 

well, 
How we thy helpless children feel. 

2 Grant unto us continually 
The blessings of thy infancy: 
Let us, thro' each succeeding- year, 
The merits of thy childhoodshare. 

3 Thee, gracious Lord, we now 
implore, 

To manifest thyself still more, 
And thus to teach us by degrees 
To live a life of happiness. 

4 May we thy mind still better 
know ; [grow, 

May we in grace and knowledge 
And learn all that whereby we 

may 
Adorn thy doctrine ev'ry way. 

5 O may we ever feel thee near, 
And be employ 'd in praise and 

pray'r, 
May we in thy blest fellowship 
Wake, do our daily work, and 

sleep. 

6 Thus will our infant tongues 
record [Lord, 

Thy birth and passion, gracious 
That thou, who diedst in our stead, 
Art God, by whom all things were 
made. 

796.* T. 22. 

EMBRACE us in thy tender 
way, [pray, 

Dear Lord, and bless us all, we 
As thou on earth didst formerly, 
When children once were brought 
to tiiee. 

2 We are baptiz'd into thy death, 
And call'd to praise thee with 
each breath; [divine, 

Thou boug-ht'st us with thy blood 
O take and keep us ever thine! 



3 Thy youth unspotted, full of 
grace, 

Teach us all virtue and all praise; 
Thou art our pattern, grant that 

we 
In all things may resemble thee. 

4 From year to year, while we 
increase 

In stature, may we grow in grace; 
In learning and obedience too, 
May we thy blessed path pursue. 

5 By day and night our steps di- 
rect, [tect 

And soul and body, Lord, pro- 
From ev'ry thing that grieveth 

thee, 
Or unto us might hurtful be. 

6 Impart to us that needful good, 
A heart besprinkled with thy 

blood, 
Wholly devoted unto thee, 
For thy soul's bitter agony. 

7 That grace upon us all bestow, 
Thee more and more by faith to 

know; 
We then the glories of thy name 
In grateful accents shall proclaim. 

797.* T. 22. 

XJLERE are we children poor and 
mean, [sin, 

Corrupt throughout, defil'd by 
But by Christ's purifying- blood 
We're made acceptable to God. 

2 May none of us, while we abide 
On earth, be weaned from thy 
side; [thee, 

But grant that we be found in 
And thou in us eternally. 

798. T. 22. 

I LOVE the Lord, who dy'd for 

me, 
I love his grace divine and free; 
I love the scriptures, there I read 
Christ loved me and for me bled. 



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2 I love his tears and suff'rings 
great, 

I love his precious bloody sweat, 

I love his blood, were that not 

spilt [guilt. 

I could not have been freed from 

3 I love to hear that he was slain, 
I love his ev'ry grief and pain, 

I love to meditate by faith 
Upon his meritorious death. 

4 I love mount Calv'ry, where his 
love [prove; 

Stronger than death itself did 
I love to walk his dol'rous way, 
I love the grave where Jesus lay. 

5 I love his people and their ways, 
I love with them to pray an d praise; 
I love the Father, and the Son, 

I love the Spirit he sent down. 

6 I love to think the time will 
come 

When I shall be with him at home, 
And praise him in eternity: 
Then shall my love completed be. 

799. T. 22. 

1 WILL a little pilgrim be, 
Resolv'd alone to foiiow thee, 
Thou Lamb of God, who now art 

gone 
Up to thy everlasting throne. 

2 I will my heart to thee resign, 
Thine only be, O be thou mine ! 
The world Heave and foolish play, 
To happiness to find the way. 

3 My lips shall be employ 'd to 
bless [ness ; 

The Lord, who is my Righteous - 
My pleasure only to pursue 
His mind, and him, my Saviour, 
know. 

4 So long I'll pray below to live, 
Till I my pardon seal'd receive; 
I then, when Jesus calls, shall die, 
Or rather live eternally. 



800. T. 14. 

JESUS, to thee our souls we 

raise, 
And for a blessing look; 
May we, assisted by thy grace, 
With pleasure learn our book. 

2 Give us an humble, active mint}, 
From sloth and folly free; 

Give us a cheerful heart, inclin'd 
To useful industry. 

3 A faithful memory bestow, 
With solid learning's store; 
And still, O Lord, as more we 
Let us obey thee more. [know, 

4 Let us things excellent discern, 
Hold fast what we approve; 
But more than all delight to learn 
The lessons of thy love. 

801. T. 14. 

oTILL may we keep the aim in 

mind, 
For which we hither came, 
In search of useful learning join' d, 
As foll'wers of the Lamb. 

2 Daily to Jesus we'll look up, 
As soon as we awake, 

And for his constant blessing hope 
In all we undertake. 

3 His meritorious industry, 
His labor, toil and sweat, 

Shall our support and pattern be, 
Him we will imitate. 

4 If he his grace on us confer, 
We then shall learn apace, 
Live to his glory, and declare 
Our heav'nly Father's praise. 

802. T. 590. 

O THOU, before whose Father's 
The children's angels stand, [face 
Grant me, a helpless child, the 
That thy angelic band [grace 
May watch my ways, and guard 
And minister to me, [my bed, 
Till I in death shall bow my head, 
And go to live with thee. 



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Hymns for different Ages, 



803. T. 159. 

HoW heart-affecting Christ to 
Some days before he bled, [see, 
Go to Jerus'lem willingly, 
To suffer in our stead ! [tude 

When he approach' d, the multi- 
Their garments spread and 

branches strew'd, 
Crying " Hosanna" to his praise, 
With joy and thankfulness. 

2 'Twas then the children join'd 
the rest, 

And hail'dhim with a song; 

With one accord his name con- 
fess' d, 

Amidst the joyful throng; 

O may we little children, now 

Attempt the same, and worship 
too [us 

The Lamb of God, who dy'd for 

Upon the shameful cross. 

804. T. 243. 

1HE holy child Jesus, 
Our Cod and our Saviour, 
Who died to release us, 
We'll worship fur ever, 
God's holy Lamb, — the Lord's 
his name. 

2 In liveliest manner 
O let us before him 
Willi joy sing hosanna, 
And praise and adore him ; 

Our childlike cries — he'll not de- 
spise. 

3 Come then, let us follow 
Oiu- Master with praises j 
His name let us hallow, 
Whose blood us releases : 

O Christ, to thee — all glory be! 

4 Hosanna! Hosanna! 
Thou Son of king David: 
Hosanna! Hosanna! 
For thou hast us saved: 

For ever reign — thou Lamb once 
5?ain! 



805. T. 39. 

Li ORD Jesus, we bless thee that 

thou wast a child, 
And hast us thereby unto God re- 

concil'd: 
We thank thee for suffering and 

dying in pain, 
For thy being bury'd and rising 

again. 

2 AVe thank thee, that thou wilt 
the children permit 

To offer their praises and songs 

at thy feet ; 
That thou, Lord, their prayers art 

inclined to hear, 
And always to help them and save 

them art near. 

3 Thou wilt be our Saviour, Re- 
deemer and Friend, 

Grant, we may abide in thy love 

to the end : 
O render us truly obedient to thee, 
That we thy dear children for 

ever may be. 

806. T. 39. 

W HEREIN" is for children true 

bliss to be found P 
When by Jesus Christ as his sheep 

they are own'd, 
In him they find pasture while 

here they remain, 
And joys everlasting in heaven 

obtain. 

2 We sing and we hear, how our 
Maker came down 

To earth, and for us left liis hcav. 

enly throne, 
Assuming our nature became a 

poor child, 
And us by his suff'rings to God 

reconcii'd. 

3 O myst'ry of godliness ! wonder 
of grace ! 

May we without ceasing adore 
him and praise j 



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249 



May all of us know what a Sa- 
viour we have, 

Yea, love him sincerely, and in him 
believe. 

4 We now with the angels unite 
to declare 

The praises of him, who our sor- 
rows did bear, 

With hearts and with voices exalt- 
ing- the Lamb, 

Who dy'd on the cross our poor 
souls to redeem. 

807. T. 39. 

JLIeAR children, assembled to 

hear of the Lord, 
You're here to be taught by his 

Spirit and word ; 
O think what great favors on you 

are conferr'd ! 
A. For this may his name by us 

all be rever'd. 

2 The Father in heav'n us as chil- 
dren will own, 

And we are beloved by Jesus, his 

Son; 
The Spirit of truth will instruct 

us to pray, 
And he will direct us throughout 

our whole way. 

3 Ah! should not the mercies you 
daily do prove 

Excite you our Saviour to praise 

and to love ? 
A. Yes, we are desirous to value 

his grace, 
To love and adore him, and live 

to his praise. 

4 O merciful Saviour, so grant it 
to be, 

Nor suffer us ever to wander from 

thee; 
We're poor little children, preserve 

us , we pray, 
And may w r e our love by obedience 

display. 



808.* T. 14. 

HAPPY the children who be- 
times 

Have learn'd to know the Lord! 

Who, thro' his grace, escape the 
crimes 

Forbidden in his word; 

2 Who early, by a living faith, 
Have deep foundation laid 

In Jesus' meritorious death ; 
Such need not be afraid. 

3 Should they be early hence re- 
mov'd, 

He will their souls receive; 

For they, who Jesus here have 

lov'd, 
With him shall ever live. 

809. T. 14. 

HAPPY the children who are 
To Jesus Christ in peace! [gone 
Who stand around his glorious 

throne, 
Clad in his righteousness. 

2 The Saviour, whom they lov'd 
when here, 

Hath wip'd their tears away; 
They never more can grieve or fear, 
Or sin, or ero astrav. 

3 In ceaseless happiness they view 
Our Saviour's smiling face; 
That face once bruis'd in which 
Men saw no comeliness. [below 

4 Methinks 1 hear them j oyful sing, 
(Ten thousands do the same:) 
Salvation to th' immortal King! 
To God and to the Lamb ! 

5 O that I may so favor'd be, 
With them above to join : 

O that, like them, I Christ may see, 
And he be ever mine. 

6 Grant me but this, thou great 
High-Priest; 

And when I'm here no more, 
Convey me safe to endless rest, 
Where thou art gone before, 



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Hymns for different Ages, 



810, T. 087. 

A HE child sweetly rests, 
Whom nothing molests, 
Received in mercy among the 
Lamb's guests. 

2 He ne'er shall weep more, 
His sighing is o'er, 

His travel and dangers, he's got 
safe on shore. 

3 The body is dead, 
And in , he grave laid, 

But shall, again raised, to life be 
conveyed. 

4 The spirit is gone 

In peace to God's throne, 
To praise God our Saviour, where 
we shall be soon. 

5 He sings now above, 
Made perfect in love, 
And never, O never, he thence 

shall remove. 

6 He rests now in peace, 
Beholds the Lord's face, 

Hath happily finish' d thus early 
his race. 

7 For that blessed day 
We earnestly pray, 

Lord Jesus, come quickly, and 
make no delay ! 

811. T. 14. 

A O thee, almighty God, to thee 
Ourselves we now resign, 
'Twill please us to look back, and 
We were in childhood thine, [see 

2 Let the sweet work of pray'r 

and praise 
Employ our infant breath, 
Thus we're prepar'd for length of 
Or fit for early death. [days, 



B. For Boys. 
812.* T. 164. 

BELOVED youths, if 'tis your 



aim 



To be like Christ, your Saviour, 



And to extol his saving name 
In word and in behaviour, 
With an obedient mmd 
Be to his will resigned, [clean, 
He by his blood will wash you 
And free you from the pow'r of sin. 

2 O might it be our hearts' delight, 
Amidst his flock with pleasure 
T' obey him, walk as in his sig*ht, 
And serve him in our measure ; 
For ev'ry thing that's good 
And just flows from his blood; 
A mind that's virtuous, chaste, 

unsiain'd, 
May be by faith in him obtain'd. 

3 Yea, an obedient, simple mind, 
Faithful in ev'ry station, 
To true humility inclin'd, 
And perfect resignation, 
The blest effect will prove 
Of that unfeigned love 
To Christ, which is produc'dby 

faith 
In him, and his atoning death. 

813.* T. 37. 

W OULD our youth grow in 
Wisdom, and favor; [grace, 

As truly was the case 
With Christ, our Saviour : 
Let them continually 
View him in spirit, 
To them he will apply 
His precious merit. 

2 When once the sin-sick soul 
For grace hath panted, 
By Christ we're render' d whole, 
To us is granted, 
That we a heav'nly life 
May here be leading; 
In union with our Lord 

Each step proceeding. 

3 He who without delay 
To Jesus turneth, 

With confidence doth pray, 
And humbly mourneth, 
Doth certainly receive 
(O boundless favor!) 



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Forgiveness of his sins 
From Christ our Saviour. 

4 If we, with uprightness, 
'Fore him discover 
Our wants; then our distress 
WiH soon be over; 
He'll cure most graciously 
Our worst diseases, 
And fill us constantly 
. With thanks and praises. 

814. T. 23. 

J ESUS hath procur'd salvation 
For mankind in ev'ry station : 
Ev'ry youth who loves our Saviour 
Imitates his chaste behaviour. 

2 If we, when by guilt oppressed, 
Look to Christ, our Pattern bless- 
He will graciously direct us, [ed, 
And from ev'ry sin protect us. 

815. T. 22. 

DEAR youths, O that ye all but 

knew 
How Jesus burns in love to you, 
Is deeply mov'd by your distress, 
And pities your great sinfulness ! 

2 His ears are open night and day, 
He hears whene'er to him you pray: 
He watch eth closely all you do, 
Yea, all your thoughts and reas'- 

nings too. 

3 Whene'er a youth bemoans his 
case, 

And weeps to him for saving grace, 
He's wash'd in Jesus' precious 

blood, 
And made a happy child of God. 

4 Oh, if your hearts but upright 
are, 

Not one among you need despair ; 
Your sinfulness is great 'tis true, 
But grace can conquer sin in you. 

816. T. 185. 

.A-LL of us, we know, not one 

excepted, 
Are, by nature, vile and base; 



If we feel it not that we'ie cor- 
rupted [case; 

And quite spoil'd, the worse our 

But doth sin, in thought or deed 
committed, 

Make us mourn and pray to be 
acquitted, 

We, because the Lamb was slain. 

Pardon in his blood may gain. 

817.* T. 79. 

MlGHT we unto our Saviour 
Lift up our hearts with fervor, 
Each day, and pray for grace 
T* obtain a true sensation 
Of Jesus' great salvation, 
And of our fall and sinfulness ! 

818.* T. 166. 

O MIGHT we all Christ's name 

confess 
In our whole conversation, 
And each one, through our Sa- 
viour's grace, 
Be faithful in his station ; 
Might in our very looks be seen 
That we, thro' Jesus' merit, 
Are humble, steady, chaste and 
And guided by his Spirit! [clean. 

819. T. 58. 

V? HAT glorious pattern for the 

heart and mind, 
O Jesus, doth each true believer 

find 
In thy words and actions, and 

whole behaviour ! 
We pray thee, grant unto our 
youth the favor 

To follow thee. 



C. Fob UX3IABRIED Mix. 
820. T. 590. 

U. OW shall a young man cleanse 

his way? 
By foil' wing close his word 
Who once on earth a young man 
Jesus, our God and Lord : [was, 



252 



Hymns for different Ages, 



His word is spirit and is pow'r; 
True life doth flow from him ; 
Our food his sacred flesh, our 

drink 
His blood, that healing 1 stream. 

2 We now no longer need remain 
Fast bound in chains of sin ; 
Whoe'er believes, is free indeed^ 
And by his word made clean : 
Since Jesus on th' accursed cross 
The pow'r of sin did quell, 
When sin disorders us, we look 
To him, and soon grow well. 

3 Ye chosen people of the Lord, 
Which Jesus' pow'r displays, 
If in obedience to his word 
You're rendered clean through 

grace ; 
His dying love be yet impress'd 
More clearly on each heart ! 
And, whether you're at work or 
To love him be your part ! [rest, 

4 Ye purchas'd souls, Christ's 
happy flock, 

Be to his will resign'd, 
An 4 gladly offer up to him 
Your body, soul and mind. 
O ! if the bleeding Lamb of God, 
YVho dy'd, us to redeem, 
But calls, who can his call with- 
stand! 
Who would not follow him ! 

821.* T. 217. 

BRETHREN, by Jesus Christ 

belov'd, 
First with attention be it weighed, 
Whether his mind ours always 

prov'd, [ed; 

And how our conduct this display- 
AVlictherwehave, in thought and 

word, [Lord ; 

Shown forth the praises of our 
If countless gifts from him received 
So undeserv'd, have this achieved, 
That in the world we know of none 
To cheer our hearts, but him alone. 



2 O let us all press, from this day, 
Towards the mark before us 

placed : 
With tears beseech him, that he 

may 
Imprint in us his image blessed; 
To look to him be our employ, 
That soul and body in him joy ; 
May his death's pow'r us so re- 
plenish, [ish ; 
That sin and its allurements van- 
In joy and pain we then shall find 
In him alone true peace of mind. 

S22. T. 185. 

Brethren, 'tis but meet to 

render praises 

Tolmmanuel, our Lord; 

Who to bless his children never 
ceases, 

Since to favor they're restor'd ; 

'Midst a sense of our own imper- 
fection, 

We can magnify that free election 

Of his grace, by which we stand 

'Mongsthis flock, his chosen band. 

2 Yes, we feel indeed our own de- 
merit 
And our imperfections great ; 
Had we not been led by Jesus' 

Spirit, 
Never could we thus have met: 
We deserv'd eternal condemna- 
tion, [vation: 
But his death procured our sal- 
And since we've experienc'd this, 
We're determin'd to be his. 

823.* T. 166. 

JJeAR brethren, let us take to 

heart 
The teaching of the Spirit; 
He'll ev'ry grace to us impart, 
Which Jesus Christ did merit : 
Who, by all he hath done and said 
In his humiliation, 
Hath boundless blessings merited. 
And sane tifv'd our station. 



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824. T. 45. 

XHEE, God's own Son — with 
joy we own 
To be our dearest Brother; 
Heav'n and earth do not afford 
Like to thee another. 

2 But, Oh! might we — such 

brethren be, 
Of whom thou'rt not ashamed; 
Might, by all we do, thy grace 
Loudly be proclaimed. 

825.* T. 166. 

J ESUS, we now devote to thee 
Our body, soul and spirit, 
Since thou to us prosperity 
Impartest thro' thy merit. 
In thought and deed we wish to be 
Like thee, that each who sees us 
May in us some resemblance see 
Of our great Pattern, Jesus. 

826. T. 56. 

DEAREST brethren, i.-jj: be this 

our desire 
That our Saviour :fl: us with love 

inspire, 
By his cross, his wounds and pain 
May we all true freedom gain, 
Then to serve him :|: he'll of us 

require. 

2 Chains of darkness, :{j: where- 
with men are bound, 

Now are broken; :j|: and a help is 

foun4; 
They who gladly would be free 
May by Christ deliver'd be; 
This to sinners :||: is a joyful 

sound. 

3 Nought but blessings :|j: he for 
us intends 

And his mercy :f: never, never 

ends ; 
Let us look unto the cross, 
Where he dy'd to ransom us, 
On that off'ring :|: faith alone 

depends. 



4 As thy chosen, :|i blood-bought 

property, 
We'll know nothing, i|: slaugh- 

ter'd Lamb, but thee ; 
Thou shalt be our Lord and God, 
And redemption in thy blood 
Shall our doctrine :|: to all na- 
tions be. 

827. T. 97. 

IE brethren, sav'd by Jesus' 

blood! 
Let us prepare to serve our God, 
Remember our Redeemer's toil, 
Supply our lamps of faith with 

oil ; [anew 

To him devote ourselves each day 
With soul and body, for they are 

his due. 

2 Then let us rise and serve the 
Lord, [word 

Go when he calls, proclaim the 
Of his atonement far and near, 
Count not our lives for him too 
deai*, [slaves, 

Declare to negroes^ savages and 
That Jesus' blood the vilest sin- 
ners saves. 

828. T. 185. 

JL O thy brethren ever be propi- 
tious, 
In our hearts thy love reveal. 
Grant, that we may follow thee> 

Lord Jesus ; 
Fill our souls with ardent zeal, 
To proclaim to many a heathen 
nation [tion : 

Thy atoning death for our salva- 
Grantus, Jesus, to increase 
Both in number and in grace. 



D. For Girls. 

829.* T. 14. 

OUR Lord and Saviour doth 

attend 
To all our tears and sighs, 



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Hymns for different Ages* 



And us, his maidens, will defend 
From vain perplexities. 

2 Blest Mary, with a cheerful 
To all around declar'd: [voice. 
M In God my Saviour I rejoice, 
For he my sighs hath heard. 

3 The Lord hath highly favor'd 
His handmaid's low estate [me; 
He hath regarded graciously, 
The poor he doth elate." 

4 Thus all who wait upon the 
Lord, 

And seek for peace and rest, 
In him, according" to his word, 
Shall be consoPd and blest. 

5 We're poor and needy; but, 
thro' grace, 

His Spirit teacheth us 

To look, with all our sinfulness, 

In faith to Jesus' cross. 

6 When simply we obey his voice, 
And to our Lord appeal, 

In God our Saviour we rejoice, 
Since pard'ning grace we feci. 

7 Most gracious Saviour! to con- 
In thee, O grant us grace; [fide 
Preserve us all from self and pride, 
That bane of happiness. 

t> Meekness, and true humility 
Unto us all impart; 
Yea, by thy merits sanctify 
And render pure each heart. 

830. T. 16. 

BlESS'D are they whose medi- 
Is directed oft by faith [tation 
To their Saviour's incarnation, 
Human life and painful death. 

2 Bless 'd are they, who as poor 
sinners 

Gain from Jesus life and grace; 
Tho' they be but young beginners, 
And by nature vile and base. 

3 Blessed, who are ever ready 
Him to follow cheerfully, 



Who took, in a virgin's body> 
For our sake humanity. 

4 Blessed they, who live to Jesus, 
Who to him their hearts devote, 
Wishing to show forth his praises; 
Truly blessed is then- lot! 



831.* T. 168. 



Un 



NTO thee, most gracious Sa- 
viour, 

We ourselves anew commend! 
Look on us in grace and favor, 
To our pray'rs and wants attend; 
Grant us all a tender feeling, 
Of thy love and gracious dealing, 
That our hearts may truly be 
Fill'd with fervent love to thee. 

2 This alone can keep us steady 
In the simple path of grace, 
And when any thing seems ready 
To disturb our happiness, 
Lord, in mercy us deliver, 
Yea, protect and keep us ever 
From the world and sin secure, 
And in soul and body pure ! 

832. T. 1S5. 

\ ▼ HEX bemoaning our undone 

condition, 
Weeping for redeeming grace, 
We with heart-felt and sincere 

contrition 
Pant for peace and happiness, 
Which is only found by faith in 

Jesus, 
Who was slain, from sorrow to 

release us, 
We find then most certainly 
Life, and true felicity. 

2 Then, renew'd by grace, the 

heart desireth 
To be Jesus' property ; 
Yea, his dying love our souls in- 

spireth 
Him to love most fervently; 
We remain his maidens poor and 

needy, 
Yet to give him joy are ever ready. 



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25.jf 



Thinking" always how we may- 
Love unfeign'd to him display. 

833. T. 56. 

O BE mindful :|j: of us, gracious 

Lord, 
'Midst our weakness :|; aid to us 

afford; 
Human frailty well thou know'st: 
We of nothing 1 else can boast 
But the blessing's :|: which thy 

death procur'd. 

2 Lord, assist us, :|j: in the need- 
ful hour, 

In temptation t|j grant us help 

and pow'r ; 
We in thee alone confide, 
In this world be thou our Guide, 
Keep us humble, :J|: and in spirit 

poor. 

3 From each rival :jj: O deliver us, 
Make us willing :|: to take up our 

cross; 
Our diseases kindly heal, 
To our hearts thy love reveal ; 
All besides thee :j; may we count 

but dross, 

834. T. 168. 

-DLESSED are we, if believing 
In the Lord our Righteousness, 
And in lowliness receiving 
From his fulness grace for grace; 
When we find in him salvation, 
Happiness and consolation, 
And obey the Shepherd's voice; 
Then we truly can rejoice. 

2 Tho' we feel that soul and body 
Are corrupt and void of good, 
Yet the Lord is ever ready 
To apply his cleansing blood; 
With our weaknesses he beareth, 
All our pray'rs he kindly hear eth, 
And we daily may increase 
In his knowledge and in grace. 



E. For unmarried Women. 
835.* T. 185. 

WOULD you know the grace 

and peace enjoyed 
By a child of God, thro' faith ; 
See a virgin, who alone employed 
With her Saviour and Ins death, 
Vanity and worldly ways despis- 

eth, [she prizeth, 

While the converse with her Lord 
And thus, on this side the grave, 
Foretaste sweet of heav'n may 

have. 

2 Therefore, this be our concern 
for ever, [blest, 

Since we're with this knowledge 

To have our eternal Bridegroom's 
favor ; 

Then we find true peace and rest ; 

But indeed it is from each ex- 
pected, [directed, 

That the heart be by his grace 

Nor have any other aim, 

Than to love the slaughter'^ 
Lamb. 

3 Happy they who feel the heal- 
ing power 

Of Christ's blood in ev'ry case! 
May we follow him, and seek each 

hour 
To preserve ourselves thro' grace; 
May the virtue of our Saviour's 

passion [tion ; 

Sanctify our walk and conversa- 
We ourselves to him commend, 
May his aim with us be gain'd. 

836.* T. 583. 

V? E virgins, who enjoy our Sa- 
viour's grace, 

Are happier far than words can 
e'er express : 

Jesus, the Bridegroom of our 
souls, supplies 

Our wants, and soul and body 
sanctifies. 



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Hymns for different Ages. 



2 His love produceth love; con- 
straint thereby, 

Our sole intention is to vield him 

joy. _ 
Y\ hen in our hearts his love is 

shed abroad, 
We then, like Mary, favor find 

with Cod. 

3 Lord, may thy love with grati- 
tude inspire 

Our souls, and to thy name be 

our desire! 
We thee entreat to form us to 

thy praise, 
And all that's carnal wholly to 

erase. 

4 If we thy rich forgiveness daily 
prove, 

This will unite us, Lord, to thee 

in love; 
O make us all devoted unto thee ; 
Let us thy chaste and faithful 

virgins be. 

T. 10. 

1 1 AIM'Y they, who oft for Jesus 

ell us love; 
The] biffi propitious, 

And his favor richly p. 

8 Happy they, u ho are excited 
Him to follow ev'ry where, 
And are with his w;.; | del 1 . 
He to inch is truly d 

3 Happy is each virgin's station 
Whom he kindly owns as his, 
And who counts his great salva- 
tion 

As her highest food and I 

4 Happy she, who finds in Jesus 
All her wishes satisf 

Ah, to her how dear and precious 
Is that Friend who for her dy'd! 

838. T. K». 

BLEST arc they, who human 
ire 

Feel as vile, corrupt and base, 



But who know each fallen crea- 
ture 
May be heal'd by Jesus' grace. 

2 Mourning souls are truly bless- 
ed, 

They that seek will surely find; 
Jesus comforts the distressed, 
To the contrite he is kind. 

3 Christ the Bread, that came 
from heaven, 

Doth the hungry soul revive, 
Unto those who thirst, is given 
Water from the well of life. 

4 Blest are they, who, thro' his 
favor, 

Are in heart herepuriiv 
They shall once behold our Sa- 
viour, 
Who by faith in him abide. 

• are the\ , who in his merits 
Have a share, tho 1 here despis'd; 
All is theirs; what flesh inherits 
ice, he*a only priz'd. 

' Bl Bt are they, who, following 

-us, 

.d truth ; 
liaTe cause to give him 
praii 
Both the aged and the youth. 

sJU. T. **, 

1 UK source, u 

h spring, 
I from Christ our 

King; 

it is, the giddy eye 
tea bliss in 

in things, producing 

And cleanness in an impure heart; 
Knowledge in bli ;ance, 

And plenty in deep indigence. 

3 M e virgins have great etuie t<> 

prai [raise, 

That, from the world's deli 

We \\ ish to be made clean In 



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Tho' deprav'd and void of worth; 
And thy banner :|: 



4 That they, who weep because of, 2 Unto us thy name's sweet savor 
sin, Is as ointment poured forth; 

May be absolv'd and washed clean; j In thine eyes we have found favor, 

Since thou wast in the flesh re- 
veal'd, 

That by thy stripes we might be ' Over us is love divine. 

heal'd. 

3 Now the conflict is decided, 

We count all things else but loss, 

What with thee our hearts divided 

Now is nailed to thy cross, 

Nought can please us :||: 

But the wounded Lamb of God. 



840. T. 56. 

W E thy virgins :|: claim thy 

special care, 
O preserve us, :j|: Lord, from ev'- 

ry snare; 
May our hearts and senses be 
Fix'd, in true simplicity, 
On the suff'rings :g: thou for us 

didst bear. 

2 Us deliver :jj. from the world 
and sin, 

Let thy Spirit :|; rule alone within, 
Ev'ry vain desire control, 
And in spirit, body, soul, 
Sanctify us :jj: by thy grace divine. 

3 In temptation :|: may we firmly 
stand, 

Ever watchful :|; as thou dost 

command: 
Without thee we nought can do, 
Strengthen and support us too 
In all trials, :jf: by thy mighty 

hand. 

4 Fix thy temple :|: Saviour in 
each breast, 

Undisturbed :||: be our peace and 
Let us on thy merits feed, [rest! 
In the path of gjb'ace proceed, 
Be, in union :|: with thee, ever 
blest. 

841. T, 585. 

W E thy virgins, Lord, implore 

thee: 
Let us, cleans'd and purify'd, 
Walk in grace and truth before 

thee, 
And in thee, our Lord, abide; 
Sanctified : : 
Both in body and in mind. 

Y 



4 We will dwell on Calv'ry's 
mountain, 

Where the flocks of Zion feed : 
Oft resort unto the fountain, 
Open'd when the Lord did bleed, 
Thence deriving :j: 
Grace and life and holiness. 

5 There with trimmed lamps 
we'll tarry, 

Till the Lord comes from on high, 
Watch in pray'r and ne'er be 

weary, 
But await the midnight cry: 
Haste to meet him, ;J: 
Lo! the Bridegroom draw eth nigh. 

6 On that day of consummation, 
May we sinners mercy find, 
Saved with complete salvation, 
And not one be left behind; 

As wise virgins :||: 

May we then before thee stand! 



T. 26. 

Lord, 'fore thee 



842. 

A HY virgins 

appear, 
Conscious of their depravity, 
Yet longing to be heal'd by thee; 
Each mourning sinner deign to 

cheer. 

2 From all false love cleanse ev'- 
ry soul, 

And us with sacred love inspire; 

O quench in us each base desire, 

And bear the sway without con- 
trol. 

2 



2sa 



Hymns for different Ages, 



3 In mutual love and harmony, 
Our virgin-cov'nant we renew; 
Say thou in grace Amen thereto ; 
We give our hearts and hands to 
thee. 

843. T. 22. 

1 HOU Bridegroom of the soul! 

behold 
This part of thy beloved fold; 
Thy virgins, who before thee met 
Here to perceive thy presence 

wait. 

2 Give us, O Lord, to feel thy 
peace, 

And let the sanctifying grace, 
Which flows from thy humanity, 
Make us well-pleasing unto thee. 

3 may we feel thy healing 
pow'r 

And influence, ev'ry day and hour; 
Thus all thy mercies which we 

prove, 
Will us excite to praise and love. 

F. For married People. 

844. T. 22. 

La ORD, who ordain'dst the mar- 
ried state, [create, 
When thou didst man at first 
Thou, who thy body's Saviour art, 
To all of us thy grace impart. 

2 The husbands sanctify and bless, 
Thy mind upon their hearts im- 
press, 

Teach them thy Spirit to obey 
In all they do, we humbly pray. 

3 Unto the wives that grace dis- 
pense, 

To cleave to thee with confidence; 
Grant, they may love thee fer- 
vently, 
And walk in true humility. 

4 Wisdom and faithfulness afford, 
To train our children, gracious 

Lord, 



That in thy knowledge they may 
grow, 

Themselves and thee, their Sa- 
viour, know. 

5 Lord Jesus! may each married 
pair [clare; 

In all their walk thy praise de- 
O may their rule in all things be, 
The union of thy church with 
thee. 

845. T. 159. 

JL HE love which Jesus Christ 

displays 
Towards the church, his bride, 
None can describe, it far out- 
weighs 
All other love beside : 
Believing husbands are to prove, 
By holy and unfeigned love 
Towards their wives, that they 

indeed 
Resemble Christ our Head. 

2 The church submits to Christ, 

her Lord ; 
" Thy will be done," we pray : 
This teacheth wives, who love 

God's word, 
With meekness to obey; 
Adorned with humility 
They aid their husbands willingly; 
Are clothed with the beauteous 

dress 
Of Jesus' righteousness. 

846. T. 590. 

We humbly thee adore, O Lord, 
For thy unbounded grace; 
Astonish'd, in thy sacred word 
Thy love divine we trace: 
Thou hast the church in love re- 

deem'd, 
Thou gav'st thyself for us; 
We know we are by thee esteem'd, 
When we behold thy cross. 

2 Grant unto ev'ry married pair, 
By chaste unfeigned love, 



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By meekness, patience, faith and 

pray'r, 
And all we do, to prove, 
That we, united unto thee, 
Are truly one in heart ; 
Thus we shall live eternally 
With thee, and never part. 

847. T. 580. 

J. O marry, led by fleshly 
schemes, 
And poison'd nature's foolish 

dreams. 
Christians a curse esteem ; 
They wish to marry in the Lord, 
Direct their marriage by his word, 
And in this state to live to him. 

848. T. 166. 

lObea happy married pair, 
Approv'd by Jesus in their course, 
Comes not from nature e'er so fair, 
But love to him must be the source; 
Good sense and prudence, with a 

mind 
To lead a virtuous life, is far 
From answering 1 God's purpose 

kind, 
For which we all ordained are. 

2 His Spirit teacheth us to know, 
That we are sinners vile and base, 
And Jesus doth on us bestow 
Remission of our sins, through 

grace : 
Thus we in all things richly prove 
The Shepherd's care and faith- 
fulness, 
And, actuated by his love, 
In our whole walk show forth 
his praise. 

849. T. 341. 

O MAY our married state, 

In duties small and great, 

In relations far and near, 

In its trials numberless, 

In all cases whatsoe'er, 

Serve Christ's holy name to bless. 



2 May we, by Jesus' love 
Constrained, clearly prove, 
That we are his flock indeed, 
Living branches in the Vine, 
Heav'nly plants, a holy seed, 
Lights who in Christ's image 
shine ! 

850. T. 16. 

XXEAD of thy blest congrega- 
tion, 
Look on ev'ry married pair, 
Be our strength an dour salvation, 
Keep us from all needless care. 

2 For our sake, most gracious 
Saviour, [spent; 

Thou thy life and blood hast 
May we now in our behaviour 
Thee and thy church represent. 

3 No spoil'd creature had been 
able 

E'er to guide his steps aright 
In this state so venerable, 
Or to act as in thy sight; 

4 Hadst thou not life and salva- 
tion 

By thy sufF'rings for us gain'd, 
And thereby sanctification 
For the married state obtain'd. 

5 Bless, O Lord, thy married 
people ; 

In thy blood, O wash us clean; 
Help us, for we're weak and feeble, 
And preserve us from all sin. 

851. T. 114. 

HEAD of thy church ! thy fa- 
therly correction 

We have deserv'd: but pardon 
now impart, 

Give each of us a clean and docile 
heart ; 

O grant, that we may weigh with 
due reflection 

The duties of the holy married 
state, 

While we for thy instruction 
humbly wait. 



260 



Hymns for different Ages, 



852.* T. 9. 

AiOOK on ev'ry married pair, 
Jesus ! with compassion ; 
Grant, that each may richly share 
In thy great salvation. 

2 Be thou with us, then indeed 
We shall lack no blessing", 

But with thee, O Christ, proceed, 
To meet joys unceasing. 

3 O may we in all we do 
Follow thy direction ; 

We commend ourselves anew 
To thy kind protection. 

4 Let our children, gracious Lord, 
Share with us thy favor; 
Grant, they may be a reward 

Of thy death for ever. 

853. T. 22. 

O LORD, who number'st all 
our days, 

Who guardest us in all our ways, 

In whom we live, and move, and 
are, 

Who know'st our wants, and near- 
est pray'r; 

2 To this thy handmaid grant 
thy peace, [praise 

Who comes to offer thanks and 
To thee, her faithful cov'nant God, 
For the support thou hast be- 
stow'd. 

3 Thy pow'rful aid thou, gracious 
Lord, 

In travail didst to her afford ; 
Her sorrows now are turn'd to 

praise, 
Her sighs and tears to grateful 

lays. 

4 O Shepherd of thy chosen sheep! 
Both child and mother bless and 

keep; 
May they enjoy in their degree 
The fruits of thy humanity. 

5 Endow the parents with thy 
love, 

And give them wisdom from above 



To educate this child for the 
As thy redeemed property. 

6 Grant us, and all our children, 

grace, 
So here on earth to run our race, 
That we in heav'n may meet, and 

sing 
Eternal praise to thee, our King. 

854. T. 581. 

PARENTS, weigh before the 

Lord 
The importance of your state; 
Learn from his most holy word, 
Your whole walk to regulate, 
That each to his family 
May a blessed pattern be! 

2 All your children are his own, 
He hath bought them with his 

blood! 
Unto him their souls are known, 
Full of sin and void of good! 
Yet he saith most graciously, 
" Suffer them to come to me!" 

3 'Tis by you they should be led 
In the way that leads to bliss ; 
Grace is not inherited 

As a worldly fortune is, 

'Tis free mercy, we must own, 

And the gift of God alone. 

4 In this vain and wretched world 
Children are expos'd and try'd; 
Many are to ruin hurl'd, 

Few in Jesus Christ abide; 
And no human prudence can 
Save the soul of fallen man. 

5 Here's a task, may parents think, 
Far beyond the reach of art; 
But let not your courage sink, 
Grace and wisdom he'll impart, 
Your sincere endeavors bless, 
Hear your pray 'rs, and grant suc- 
cess. 

6 Hear, O Lord, a parent's pray'r, 
Let my tears prevail 'fore thee ! 
How should I in heav'n appear, 
If my child were not with me! 



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Therefore thou my steps direct, 
Lest my duty I neglect. 

7 In thy gTace my children keep, 
That when once, on that great day, 
Thou shaltcome to seek thy sheep, 

1 may gladly to thee say : 

" Here am I, thro' mercy free, 
And each child thou gavest me!" 

855. T. 166. 

OUR children, gracious Lord 

and God, 
With fervor we to thee commend; 
Thou hast redeem'd them by thy 

blood, 
They are by thee to bliss ordain'd. 
Kind Shepherd, take each little 

lamb 
Into thy faithful arms of love; 
Cause them to know thy saving 

name, 
And thy redeeming grace to prove. 

2 On us, their parents, grace be- 
stow, [ness, 

That we, with care and faithful- 
May lead them, thee, our Lord, 

to know, [face. 

T' obey thy word, and seek thy 
Teach us the duties of our state, 
To love each other heartily, 
Our children so to educate 
That they may love and follow 

thee. 

856. T. 83. 

IN this world, so full of snares, 
Take our children in thy keeping; 
Hear the parents' sighs and 

pray'rs, 
When for them before thee weep- 
ing; 
Mercy for cur children we, 
Gracious Lord, implore of thee. 

837. T. 586. 

MOST holy Lord, mankind's 

Creator, 
Who, to redeem us by thy death, 



Assumedst feeble human nature, 
We cull on thee in humble faith : 
O hear our fervent supplication, 
Let all our children thy salvation, 
Thy tender love and care, 
In largest measure share; 
For thine they are. 



G. For Widowers. 
858. T. 22. 

AN God, the mighty Lord of 

hosts, 
A happy wid'wer gladly boasts ; 
No trials' need oppress the mind, 
For we in Christ may comfort 

find. 

2 Whene'er by faith our Lord we 
Clothed \^ith frail humanity, [see 
Bearing our griefs and sicknesses, 
This doth alleviate all distress. 

3 He is our Saviour and High- 
Priest, 

Who, when we suffer in the least, 
Sustains us by his pow'r and grace, 
And in each hard and trying case, 

4 Yea, he supports us ev'ry day, 
He is our Comfort, Help and Stay; 
We'll trust his boundless love and 

pow'r 
Until our happy dying hour. 

859.* T. 22. 

J ESUS, accept the thanks and 

praise, 
We wid'wer s offer for the grace 
Which thou so richly hast dis^ 

play'd 
Unto us, as the church's Head. 

2 Grant, that we all, with heart 
and voice, 

In thee, our Sa,viour, may rejoice; 
Let us, in our sabbatic state, 
The joys of heav'n anticipate. 

3 Fill us with peace, and joy and 
love, 

And our support in trials prove; 



202 



Hymns for different Ages* 



When weaknesses of age appear, 
Keep thou our mind and senses 
clear. 

4 This be our aim on earth, thy 
will 

To seek in all thing's to fulfil ; 
And, when thou cali'st, prepar'd 

to be 
Toleave this worldandgo to thee. 

5 Then, at the end of all distress, 
We shall depart to thee in peace : 
Meanwhile thy coming- we await, 
Like Simeon, ready thee to meet. 

860. T. 14. 

J ESUS, our Helper in all need, 
And comfort in distress, 
Thou art the wid'wer's only Stay 
And Hope in loneliness. 

2 A foretaste of eternal joys, 
O Lord, to us dispense, 
And 'midst our weakness bear us 
Till we are called hence. [up, 

861. T. 167. 

X HEY who for true consolation, 
Like old Simeon, humbly wait, 
Shall behold the Lord's salvation, 
Then their joy will be complete. 
May we follow his example, 
Trusting in God's promises, 
Wait for Jesus in his temple, 
Daily offer pray'r and praise. 

862. T. 11. 

O N our God we will rely ; 
Boldly unto him draw nigh ; 
And the Lord our Righteousness 
Both with hearts and voices bless. 

2 We can from experience trace, 
That, in ev'ry trying* case, 
Jesus truly can impart 

Joy and comfort to the heart. 

3 May we fix the eye of faith 
On cur Lord's atoning death, 
Till we shall in heav'nly bliss 
See our Saviour as he is. 



H. Fox Widows. 
863. T. 22. 

XlS true, the lonely widow'd 

state 
With various trials is replete. 
But Christ, the widow's faithful 

Friend, 
Will guide us safely to the end. 

2 He saith to us repeatedly: 

" Cast all your burden upon me, 
For I in all things kindly care 
For you, and in your troubles 
share." 

3 Therefore whate'er our trials be, 
Or weaknesses, or poverty, 
Sickness of body, soul's distress, 
Or sorrows which we can't ex- 
press ; 

4 Our comfort is, he knows and 
feels 

Whate'er his needy children ails ; 
He sympathized) with the weak, 
Relieves the poor, and heals the 
sick. 

5 He graciously regards our 
pray'rs, 

And counteth all our sighs and 

tears; 
Afflictions, whether small or great, 
His comforts can alleviate. 

6 Might we, like Anna, persevere, 
By day and night in constant 

pray'r, 
And thus for his appearing wait, 
In joyful hope the Lord to meet. 

864.* T. 22. 

G OD will the widows ne'er for- 
sake, 
To him we may our refuge take, 
And on his care and faithfulness 
Our whole dependence firmly 
place. 

2 A widow, who her son belov'd 
With tears bemoan'd, his pity 
mov'd j 



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His mother he did recommend. 
When on the cross, to John, his 
friend. 

3 Widows are objects of his care, 
Since scripture plainly cloth de- 
clare, [gave, 

That to the church this charge he 
Widows to honor and relieve. 

4 To Christ, O may we closely 
cleave, 

And in communion with him live; 
To love the Lord, be our first care, 
The next, to serve his people here. 

5 Till we, who here must often 
weep, 

In heav'n eternal joys shall reap; 
Till he shall say to us, " Ye blest, 
Enter into my joy and rest." 

865. T. 185. 

W E with joy confess, beloved 
Saviour, 

Thee, the widow's special Friend; 

We are objects of thy love and 
favor : 

Thou on us thy life didst spend; 

Thou with more than husband's 
love dost lead us, 

Thy all-bounteous hand doth dai- 
ly feed us ; 

All our wants thou dost supply ; 

Thus our cruise is never dry. 

2 Thou hast promis'dfor our con- 
solation, 

That we shall not come behind 

In the gifts, which to thy con- 
gregation 

Thou dispensest, of each kind; 

May we, to thy service dedicated, 

And for thee, our Bridegroom, de- 
corated, 

For thy blest appearing wait ; 

Then our bliss will be complete. 

866. T. 74. 

C HRTST is the widow's Friend, 
Our cause he doth defend, 



All our complaints he hears, 
And listens to our pray'rs, 
His care and faithfulness 
We prove in eV'ry case. 

2 The feeble he makes strong-, 
With us he beareth long, 
On him the weak can lean, 
The youthful he keeps clean; 
Each may in him confide 
Whate'er may them betide. 

867. T. 74. 

O LORD, the widow's Friend, 
To us thy Spirit send, 
Be in our husbands' place, 
Revive us with thy grace, 
Give us whate'er we need 
Widows to be indeed. 

868. T. 121. 

JjEHOLD us widows here, 
Lord Jesus, hear our pray'r: 
Fill our hearts with gladness, 
O wipe away each tear, 
Dispelling all our sadness? 
Make thy face to shine 
On us, we are thine. 

869. T. 184. 

X HOU art our comfort in all 

cases, 
Jesus, to thee O may we cleave! 
For all thy mercies give thee 

praises, 
In happy union with thee live ! 
Whene'er we call, thou, Lord, 

wilt hear us, 
And blessings on us all bestow, 
Yea, for that awful time prepare 

us, 
When we in peace to thee shall go. 

2 The needy share thy consolation, 
The poor are objects of thy love, 
Thou on the weakly hast com- 
passion, 
Thy sure support the aged prove: 
Thou helpest us in our distresses, 
Supplies t kindly all our wants ; 



264 



Hymns for the New Year. 



We'll cast each burden that op- 
presses 

On thee, who nearest our com- 
plaints. 

870. T. 168. 

JVx ID ST the trials we experience, 
Let us not give way to fears, 
But possess our souls in patience, 
While here in this vale of tears ; 
Wean'd thereby from things ter- 
restrial, 



Let us look for joys celestial, 
Waiting for that time, when we 
From all sorrow shall be free. 

2 Meanwhile God the Holy Spirit 
Is our pledge of joys to come, 
Of the bliss we shall inherit 
When above with Christ at home* 
O ! this blessed meditation 
Yields us solid consolation, 
That we shall, when time is o'er, 
With the Lord be evermore ! 



XXXVII. Hymns for sundry Occasions. 



A. Fon the New Yeah. 
871.* T. 10. 

1 EAR after year commenceth, 
And, as our life advanceth, 
We, strength from Christ deriv- 
ing 
Each year by faith are thriving. 

2 As, in tempestuous weather, 
A kind and tender mother 

Her babe from harm protecteth, 
And safeiy home conducteth; 

3 So shelters Christ our Saviour 
His children by his favor, 

And proves in each temptation 
Their refuge and salvation. 

4 Lord, grant thy benediction 
To ev'ry thought and action; 
On youth and age declining, 
Thou Sun of grace be shining. 

5 O keep our souls and senses 
Under the influences 

Of thy most Holy Spirit, 
Until we heav'n inherit. 

6 O God of our salvation, 
Withhold no kind donation 
Prom us, but let us savor 
In this new year thy favor. 



872. T. 14. 

AGAIN another fleeting year 
Of my short life is past ; 

1 cannot long continue here, 
And this may be my last. 

2 Much of my dubious life is gone, 
Nor will return again ; 

And swift my passing moments 
The few that yet remain. [run, 

3 Now a new scene of time begins, 
Pursue the way to heav'n ; 

Seek pardon of thy former sins, 
By Christ it will be giv'n. 

4 Devoutly yield thyself to God, 
And on his grace depend ; 

Un weary 'd walk the heav'nly road, 
Nor doubt a happy end. 

873. T. 97. 

VV IIO can rehearse, most gra- 
cious Lord, 
The mercy which thou dost afford 
Unto thy people ev'ry year ? 
We thy poor congregation here 
Desire to thank and praise thee 

evermore, 
And humbly in the dust thy name 
adore. 

2 For we, unworthy as we are, 
Enjoy'd the faithful Shepherd's 
care; 



26.5 



Hymns for the New Year. 

always comfort didst im- 1 Accept our thanks for all thy favor? 
r t Bestow'd on us these many years ; 



Thou 

par 

To ev'ry needy contrite heart; 
Thou didst to us thy dying love 

display, 
And wast our help and refuge 

ev'ry day. 

3 The hearing of thy precious 
word, 

Thy gracious presence, holy Lord, 
Have cheer'd our hearts abund- 
antly, 
When met in fellowship 'fore thee: 
But, O what blessings were on us 

bestow'd, 
When we enjoy'd thy body and 
thy blood! 

4 Lord Jesus, we would fain ex 
press 

To thee our cordial thankfulness 

For all thy boundless love and 
grace; 

But how imperfect are our lays ! 

O take our hearts, to thee our- 
selves we give, 

In future more unto thy praise to 
live. 

874. T. 166. 

La ORD Jesus, 'mongst thy flock 
appear, 

And thy poor congregation bless ; 

We're met to close another year, 

Accept the thanks our hearts ex- 
press. 

We are not able to record 

The boundless favors we have 
prov'd, 

They show that we, most gra- 
cious Lord, 

'Midst our defects, by thee are 
lov'd. 

875. T. 184. 

I. HEE we approach, most gra- 
cious Saviour! 
We pray thee, mark our sighs 
and tears, 



We conscious are of our trans- 
gression, 

Ah ! cleanse us with thy precious 
blood, [sion, 

Seal with thy pardon our confes- 

Thine are we, and thou art our 
God. 

2 Thou God of mercy ! thy salva- 
tion 

Remain'd throughout this year 

our stay ; 
Thy care of us, thy congregation, 
W T as manifested ev'ry day; 
Yea, even trials and affliction 
Prov'd thee our gracious God and 

Lord ; 
In all we felt thy benediction : 
Thee we now praise with one ac- 
cord ! 

3 O gracious Lord, thy name be 
blessed 

By us, for all thy proofs of grace, 
For all the gifis by us possessed; 
Thou crow r nest all our years and 

days. 

Tho' we with deep humiliation 
Own, that we basely thee requite: 
Yet will we joy in thy salvation, 
Thou art our Lord, and Help, and 

Light. 

876. T. 595. 

JLET hearts and tongues unite 
And loud thanksgivings raise ; 
'Tis duty mingled with delight, 
The Saviour's name to praise. 

2 To him we owe our breath, 
He took us from the womb, 
Which else had shut us up in 

death, 
And prov'd an early tomb. 

3 When on the breast we hung*, 
Our help was in the Lord; 
'Twas he first taught our infant 

tongue 
To form the lisping word 



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Hymns for Morning and Evening. 



4 When in our blood we lay, 
He would not let us die ; 
Because his love had fix'd a day 
To bring* salvation nigh. 

5 In childhood and in youth 
His eye was on us still ; 

Tho' strangers to his love and 

truth, 
And prone to cross his will. 

6 E'er since his name we knew, 
How gracious hath lie been ! 
What dangers hath he ledus thro', 
What mercies have we seen ! 

7 Now thro' another year 
Supported by his care, 

We raise our * Ebenezer here, 
4 * The Lord hathhelp'd thus far." 
* 1 Sam. vii. 12. 

8 Our lot in future years 
We cannot, Lord, foresee, 

But kindly, to prevent our fears, 
Thou say'st, " Leave all to me." 

9 Yea, Lord, we wish to cast 
Our cares upon thy breast ; 

f lelp us to praise thee for the past, 
And trust thee for the rest. 



fi. MORXIXG AND EVKNI2TO Hraxs. 

H77. T. 22. 

A. WAKE, my soul, and with 

the sun 
Thy daily stage of duty run ; 
Shake oifdull sloth, and early rise 
To pay thy morning" sacrifice. 

2 Thy former mispent time re- 
deem ; 

Each present day thy last esteem ; 
Thy talents to improve take care; 
For the great day thyself prepare. 

3 Thy conversation be sincere, 
Thy conscience as the noon-day 

clear; 
For God's all-seeing 1 eye surveys 
Thy secret thoughts, thy works 

,^d wars. 



4 Glory to God, who safe hath 
kept, [slept! 

And hath refresh' d me while I 
Grant, Lord, when I from death 

shall wake, 
I may of heav'nly bliss partake. 

5 Direct, control, suggest this day 
All I design, or do, or say ; 
That all my pow'rs, with all their 

might, 
In thy sole glory may unite. 

6 Praise God, from whom all 
blessings flow ! 

Praise him, all creatures here be- 
low ! 

Praise him above, ye heav'nly host! 

Praise Father, Son, and Holv 
Ghost! 



8^8.* T. 10. 

3 AY soul, awake and render 
To God, thy great Defender, 
Thy pray'r and adoration 
For his kind preservation. 

2 With joy I still discover 
Thy light, O Lord my Saviour ! 
My thanks shall be the spices 
Of morning sacrifices. 

3 Bless me this day, Lord Jesus, 
And be to me propitious, 

Grant me thy kind protection 
From ev'ry sin's infection. 

4 Bless ev'ry thought and action; 
Afford me thy direction ; 

To thee alone be tending 
Beginning, middle, ending. 

5 Be thou my only treasure, 
Fulfil in me thy pleasure, 
May I in ev'ry station, 
Give thee due adoration. 

879. T. 22. 

J j E with me, Lord, where'er T g«, 
Teach me what thou wouldst have 

me do; 

Suggest whate'er I think this day; 
Direct me in the narrow wav. 



Hymns for Morning and Evening. £07 

882.* T. 79. 



2 Prevent me lest I harbor pride, 
Lest I in mine own strength con- 
fide; 

Show me my weakness, let me see 

1 have my pow'r, my all, from 

thee. 

3 Enrich me always with thy love, 
My kind Protector ever prove; 
Lord, put thy seal upon my breast, 
And let thy Spirit on me rest. 

4 Assist and teach me how to 
pray, 

Incline my nature to obey ; 
What thou abhorrest, let me flee, 
And only love what pleaseth thee. 

880. T. 582. 

JL EACH me, my God and King", 
In all thing's thee to view; 
And what I do in any thing 1 
For thee alone to do. 

2 To scorn the senses' sway, 
While still to thee 1 tend; 

In all I do be thou the way, 
In all be thou the end. 

3 All may of thee partake; 
Nothing 1 so small can be, 

But draws, when acted for thy 

sake, 
Greatness and worth from thee. 

4 If done t 9 obey thy laws, 
Ev'n servile labours shine; 
Hallow' d is toil, if this the cause, 
The meanest work divine. 

881. T. 26. 

JL HAT favor grant to us, O Lord, 
That we maintain our part in thee, 
Unto thy voice attentive be, 
And seek instruction in thy word. 

2 Tho' often of encumb'ring care, 
With busy Martha, we complain; 
Yet, gracious Lord, we wish to 

gain 
In Mary's happy lot a share. 



]M AY Jesus' grace and blessing 
Attend me without ceasing : 
Thus I stretch out my hand, 
And do that work with pleasure, 
Which, in my call and measure, 
My God for me to do ordain'd. 

883.* T. 89. 

ix OD, omnipotent Creator, 
Who mad'st all thing's by thy 

might, 
Rulest ev'ry thing in nature, 
And commandest day and night, 
Who the universe so wide 
By thy pow'r alone dost guide: 

2 Let my life and conversation 
Be directed by thy word ! 
Lord, thy constant preservation 
To thy erring chil d afford : 
Nowhere but alone in thee 
From all harm can I be free. 

3 Lord, my body, soul and spirit 
Keep in thine almighty hand; 
Strengthen'd by thy pow'rful 

merit, 
Let me follow thy command; 
Thou my glory and renown, 

1 would fain be all thy own. 

884. T. 580. 

GOD, my gracious God, to 
thee [be, 

My morning pray'r shall ofier'd 
For thee my soul doth pant ; 
To me th' enjoyment of thy love 
Than life itself doth dearer prove; 
Renewed strength from thee I 
want. 

2 Thou, Lord, art present to my 
mind, 

When I lie down sweet sleep to 

find, 
And when I wake at night : 
Since thy arm to me succor brings, 
Beneath the shadow of thy wings 

1 rest with safety and delight. 



268 



Hymns for Morning and Evening, 



883. T. 14. 

31 Y God, the spring of allmy 
The life of my delights : [joys, 
The glory of my brightest days, 
And comfort of my nights 1 

2 In darkest shades, if thou ap- 
My dawning is begun : [pear, 
Thou art my soul's bright Morn- 
ing-star, 

And thou my rising Sun. 

3 The op'ning heav'ns around me 
shine 

With beams of sacred bliss, 
When Jesus shows his mercies 

mine, 
And whispers I am his. 

886.* T. 14. 

JLORD, in the morning when I 
Accept my humble praise : [rise, 
And when at night I close mine 

eyes, 
Grant me thy pard'ning grace. 

2 Lord Jesus Christ, who is like 
thee! 

Thou art, both day and night, 
The Source of my felicity, 
And only true delight. 

3 Thanks, dearest Jesus, for thy 
And great fidelity; [love, 

may I truly thankful prove, 
To all eternity. 

887.* T. 22. 

.LrfORD Jesus, may I constantly, 
Both day and night, be near to 
thee, [eyes, 

Both when I close at night my 
And in the morn from sleep arise. 

2 Lord Jesus Christ, my life and 
light, 

1 wish to love thee day and night; 
Preserve my steps and guide my 

wavs, 
And let me live unto thy praise. 



888. T. 106. 

VJ JESUS, may our whole be- 
haviour 

Rejoice thine heart and please 
thine eyes ; 

In thy communion, gracious Sa- 
viour, 

May we retire to rest, and rise; 

Be present with us constantly, 

Then shall we sleep, and wake, 
to thee. 

889.* T. 580. 

1 N lying down to take my rest, 
In rising, and in being drest, 

In all I think or do, 
In eating, drinking, on the way, 
In sickness, and in health, I pray, 
Thy blessing, Lord, on me bestow. 

890.* T. 36. 

JLORD Jesus, thro' all temp'ral 
variation, 

Thy loving kindness be my con- 
solation, 

By night and day, whene'er 1 rest 
am taking, 

Or when I'm wakings 

891.* T.22. 

ANOTHER day is at an end, 
And night doth now its shade ex- 
tend; [raise, 
To thee, O Lord, our hearts we 
And thee for ev'ry mercy praise. 

2 Yet we are of defects aware: 
Forgive them, Lord ! thy children 

spare; 
O Christ, our souls from guilt 

acquit, 
Take us into thy care this night. 

3 Now I'll lie down and safely 
sleep, 

Lord Jesus, in thy fellowship ; 
Thus, under thy protection blest. 
Will soul and body sweetly rest. 



Hymns for Morning and Evening 

892. T. 14. 

The hour of sleep is now at 



2G9 



hand, 
My spirit calls for rest; 

"that my pillow may be found 
The dear Redeemer's breast! 

2 This night my longing* soul 
with Christ 

Would take up her abode, 

1 gladly would myself divest 
Of ev'ry thing but God. 

3 The nightly watches would I 
In fellowship above; [spend 
Would hold communion with my 
And feast upon his love. [Lord, 

4 Dead to the world when I'm 
I'd be alive to God; [asleep, 
My soul would rest at peace with 

him, 
Who bought me with his blood. 

5 O may I then of Christthis night 
Be happily posses t, 

AVith holy angels round my bed, 
And Jesus for my Guest. 

893. T. 22. 

JL HE hours' decline and setting 

sun [run ; 

Show, that my course this day is 

The ev'ning shade and silent night 

My weary limbs to rest invite. 

2 I now my soul and frail abode 
Humbly commit to Israel's God, 
To him who slumbers not nor 

sleeps, 
And who his own in safety keeps. 

3 Where'er I thee this day did 
grieve, 

O Lord, 'me graciously forgive; 
And, with a mind from trouble 

freed, 
Let me sleep in thy peace indeed. 

894. T. 22. 

-A.LL praise to thee, my God, 

this night, 
For all the blessings of the light; 

Z 



Keep me, O keep me, King of 

kings, 
Under thy own almighty wings. 

2 Lord, for the sake of thy deal 1 
Son, 

Forgive the ill that I have done, 
That with the world, myself and 

thee, 
I, ere I sleep, at peace may be. 

3 Teach me to live, that I may 
dread 

The grave as little as my bed ; 
Teach me to die, that so 1 may 
Triumphant rise at the last day. 

4 O may my soul on thee repose, 
And may sweet sleep my eye-lids 

close, [make, 

Sleep that may me more vig'rous 
To serve my God when I awake. 

5. When in the night I sleepless 
lie, [supply ; 

My soul w r ith heav'nly thoughts 
Let no ill dreams disturb my rest, 
No pow'rs of darkness me molest. 

895. T. 14. 

XK mercy, Lord, remember me, 
Be with me thro' this night, 
And grant to me most graciously 
The safeguard of thy might. 

2 With cheerful heart I close 
my eyes, 

Thou wilt not from me move : 
Lord, in the morning let me rise, 
Rejoicing in thy love. 

3 Oh, if this night should prove 
my last, 

And end my transient days ; 
Lord, take me to thy promised 

rest, 
Where I may sing thy praise. 

896.* T. 165. 

AUTHOR of the whole creation 
Light of light, eternal Word ! 
Soul and body's preservation 
I commit to thee, O Lord! 



w o 



Hv miiii for Morning: anil Evening-. 



My Redeemer, dwell in me, 
Let me sleep and wake with thee. 
And perceive thy benediction, 
Both in joy and in affliction. 

2 Ere I close my eyes in slumber, 
White to rest I lay me down, 

Let my grateful heart remember, 
All the mercies thou hast shown ; 
Fill me with thy sacred love, 
That I dream of thing's above, 
And bestow on me the favor 
Of thy presence, gracious Saviour. 

3 Pardon, Jesus, each transgres- 
sion, 

Whether open or unknown, 
Thus removing* that oppression 
Under which 1 else should groan : 

1 confess the guilt of sin, 

But thy blood can make me clean; 
Hear, O Lord, my supplication, 
Grant me joy and consolation. 

syr.* T. 164. 

L X peace will I lie down to sleep; 
() faithful Lord and Saviour; 
Me under thy protection keep, 
Let me enjoy thy favor! 
Ev'n death I need not fear, 
If thou to me art near ■ 
For who with Jesus shuts his eyes, 
lie also doth with Jesus rise. 

2 As oft tliis night as my pulse 

bc;lts 
Udy spirit would embrace thee; 
Oft as my heart its throbs repeats 
May I adore and praise thee; 
Thus I can go to rest 
In thy communion blest, 
United unto thee by faith; 
Thou art my joy, in life and death. 

898. T. 157. 

Hi RE I sleep, for ev'ry favor, 
Which my God — hath bestow'd, 
I will bless my Saviour: 
O mv Lord! what shall I render 
Unto thee? — Thou shalt be 
This nietot mv Defender. 



2 Thou my Rock, my Strength 

and Tower ! 
While T sleep, — deign to keep 
Watch from hour to hour ; 
Visit me with thy salvation : 
Be thou near, — that thy care 
Guard my habitation. 

S99. T. 14. 

REFRESHme, Lord, with grace 

divine; 
Unto thy cross I flee, 
And to thy care my soul resign, 
To be renew'd by thee. 

2 Besprinkled with thy precious 
May I lie down to rest, [blood 
As in th' embraces of my God, 
Or on my Saviour's breast. 

900.* T. 14. 

v, HRIST's precious blood, which 

from each vein 
Our sin and curse forth press'd, 
When overwhelm'd with grief and 

pain 
His soul was sore amaz'd; 

2 May that refresh us while we 
And sanctify our rest, [sleep, 
And while we dream our spirit 
With him in union blest. [keep 

901. T. 580. 

JN O farther goto night, but stay, 
Dear Saviour, till the break of 

day ; 
Turn in, my Lord, with me; 
And in the morning' when I wake, 
Me under thy protection take, 
Thus day and night I spend with 

thee. 

902.* T. 580. 

1 O rest I now again retire, 
Thou know'st thy presence I de« 
Of thee I wish to dream ; [sire, 
Still near to thee by faith to keep, 
And taste thy goodness while 1 
sleep, [deem. 

Who didst mv soul bv blood re- 



Hymns for Morning and Evening. 



an 



903.* T. 68. 

JeSUS, hear our pray'r, 

For thy children care; [us; 

While we sleep, protect and bless 

"With thy pardon now refresh us ; 

Leave thy peace divine 

With us, we are thine. 

Cradle Hour. 
904. T. 16. 

HuSTI, dear child, lie still and 

slumber, 
Holy angels guard thy bed! 
Heav'nly blessings without mira- 
Gently falling on thy head, [ber 

2 Sleep, my babe; thy food and 
raiment, [vide, 

House and home, thy friends pro- 
All without thy care and payment, 
All thy wants are well supply'd. 

3 How much better thou'rt at- 
tended 

Than the Son of God could be, 
When from heaven he descended, 
And became a child like thee. 

4 Soft and easy is thy cradle, 
Coarse and hard thy Saviour lay, 
When his birth-place was a stable, 
And his softest bed was hay. 

5 Was there nothing but a man- 
ger 

Cursed sinners could afford, 

To receive the heav'nly Stranger, 

Hid they thus neglect our Lord ? 

6 Seethe joyful shepherds round 
him, 

Telling wonders from the sky ! 
Where they sought him, there 

they found him, 
With his virgin-mother by. 

7 'Twas to save thee, child, from 
dying, 

That the blest Redeemer came; 
He by groans and bitter crying 
Saved thee from burning name. 



8 May'st thou live to know and 

fear him, 
Trust and love him all thy days ; 
Then go dwell for ever near him, 
Sec his face, and sing his praise. 

Cradle Himk. 

905.* T. 22. 

SLEEP well, dear child! sleep 

safe and sound, 
The holy angels thee surround, 
Who always see thy Father's face, 
And never slumber nights nor 

days. 

2 God fill thee with his heav'nly 
light, [aright; 

To steer thy christian course 
Make thee a tree of blessed root, 
That ever bends with godly fruit. 

3 Those children are to God most 
dear, 

Who him, with rev'rence, love 

and fear; 
And infants are by Jesus Christ 
Most kindly bless'd and highly 

priz'd. 

4 Are not the joys of God above 
Giv'n to the children of his love ? 
He who desires to see his face, 
Must here become a child of grace. 

5 Be thou, dear child, in thy de- 
gree, 

Like Jesus in his infancy : 
He soon did ev'ry grace display, 
Tho' he was God, he learnt t 9 
obey. 

6 He hath, by all he did and said, 
For thee rich blessings merited; 
'Twas thine entailed misery 
Made him become a child like 

thee. 

7 If thou par takes t of his grace, 
Thou wilt enjoy that happiness, 
Which our incarnate God regain'd 
For all whom Adam's sin had 

stain'd. 



272 



Hymns before and after Meals. 



8 Soon in tliis world will finish'd 
be 

The task God may design for thee; 
May'st thou, when this short life 

is o'er, 
With Jesus live for evermore. 

9 Sleep now, dear child, and take 
thy rest; 

If thou with riper years art blest, 
Increase in wisdom and in grace, 
Till thou shalt see thy Saviour's 
face. 



C. Before axd after Meals. 
906. T. 14. 

Fountain of being, source 

of good! 
By thy almighty breath 
The creature proves our bane or 
Dispensing life or death. [food, 

2 Thee we address in humble 
pray'r, 

Vouchsafe thy gifts to crown; 
Father of all, thy children hear, 
And send a blessing down. 

3 May we enjoy thy saving grace, 
Thy goodness taste and see, 
Athirst for blood-bought right- 
eous ness, 

And hungry after thee. 

907.* T. 10. 

1 O God the Lord be praises 
For all the gifts and graces 
He hath to us dispensed, 
E'er since our lives commenced. 

2 No blessing he den ieth, 
Us all with food supplieth, 
Grants us his preservation 
In ev'ry age and station. 

908. T. 90. 

1 HOU sov'reign Author of all 

good, [care, 

Whose providence for all doth 



Giver of live, of health and food, 
Be present with thy children here, 
And to our use O sanctify 
The gifts thy bounty doth supply. 

2 All creatures, Lord, on thee de- 
pend, 

And by thy pow'r and bounty live; 
May we each blessing thou dost 

send 
With truly grateful hearts receive, 
In ev'ry gift thou dost dispense 
Admiring thy wise providence. 

3 We can't thy boundless mercies 
share, [get; 

And thee, the Spring of life, for- 
For all thy goodness, love and 

care, 
Our thanks we offer at thy feet. 
Lord, may we always taste thy 

grace, 
Until we end our mortal race. 

909. T. 595. 

o URE God is present here, 
His gifts demand our praise; 
The present instance of his care 
Speaks him a God of grace. 

2 In him we live and move, 
In him our being have; [love, 

We thank thee, Jesus, Source of 
Who cam'st our souls to save. 

910. T. 11. 

J ESUS' mercies never fail, 
This we prove at ev'ry meal ; 
Lord, we thank thee for thy grace, 
Gladly join to sing thy praise. 

2 Lord, the gifts thou dost be- 
stow, 

Can refresh and cheer us too: 
But no gift can to the heart 
Be what thou, our Saviour, art. 

3 Praise our God! it is but just, 
He hath rais'dus from the dust, 
Gave us being, gave us breath, 
Saves us from eternal death. 



Hymns for Travellers. 



2v3 



911. T. 79. 

W HAT praise to thee, my Sa- 
viour, 
Is due for ev'ry favor, 
Ev'ii for my daily food! 
Each crumb thou dost allow me, 
With gratitude shall bow me, 
Accounting" all for me too good. 

912. T. 22. 

JOE present at our table, Lord! 
Be here and ev'ry where ador'd : 
From thy all-bounteous hand our 

food' 
May we receive with gratitude. 

2 We humbly thank thee, Lord 

our God, 
For all thy gifts on us bestow 'd; 
And pray thee, graciously to grant 
The food which day by day we 

want. 

913. T. 22. 

JL ORD, bless what thou provid 

edhast! 
Give grace, that we at this repast 
May have, in all we think or do, 
The glory of our God in view. 

2 Thyname be hallow'd evermore, 

God, thy kingdom come with 
pow'r, 

Thy will be done, and ev'ry day 
Give us our daily bread we pray. 

3 Lord, evermore to us be giv'n 
That living Bread which came 

from heav'n; 
Water of life on us bestow, 
Which doth from thee, the Foun- 
tain, flow! 

D. For Travellers. 

914. T. 580. 

A STRANGER and a pilgrim 1 
With thy command, O Lord, com- 
ply* 

1 go where thou dost send: 
My high commission I obey, 



The toil and dangers of the way 
Shall all in lasting comforts end. 

2 Attend me, Lord, in all my 

ways; 
Open my lips to sing thy praise 
For blessings freely giv'n ; 
In all my journeys here below 
Let thy kind presence with me go; 
Yea, grant me once to rest in 

heav'n. 

915. T. 580. 

1 HE Lord be with me ev'ry 

where, 
And screen me with paternal care 
By his almighty arm. 
No trav'ller needs to faint or fear, 
If he believes the Lord is near, 
Who can protect him from all 

harm. 

2 By sea and land, by night and 

day, 
O Lord, in safety me convey, 
Tho' winds and thunders roar. 
Bring me, when ev'ry peril's past, 
Safe to the destin'd place at last. 
There to extol thy help andpow'r. 

916. T. ±57. 

J ESUS, thou art my salvation! 

Bow thine ear, — hear my pray'r, 

Grant my supplication : 

Lo! thou seest me here a stranger^ 

Unto me — gracious be ; 

Lord, avert all danger. 

2 In distress bethou my Saviour; 
Hear my pray'rs — see my tears, 
Show thy servant favor, 
Thro' life's journey safely lead me; 
Guide my way, — lest I stray 
From the hand that made me. 

917.* T. 22. 

-LrfORD, in thy name we go ou? 
way ; [Stay, 

Bethou our Guide, Support and 
Protect us by thy mighty hand, 
Where'er we go by sea or land. 



27± 



918. 



Hymns for Travellers. 
T. 26. 



JLORD, let thy presence with us 

Throughout our journey us direct, 
Thy angels guard us and protect, 
Yea, prosper thou whate'er we do. 

919. T. 583. 

P RESERVE this ship and com- 
pany, O Lord, 

And thy protecting aid to them 
afford ; 

Be their support, when waves and 
tempests roar, 

And bring them safely to their 
destin'd shore. 

920. T. 97. 

f V HEX Jesus calls, we ready 
stand, 
Our future life is in his hand,- 
Tho' separated for a time, 
We yet continue one in him; 
And therefore, while we part, 

need not complain, 
As if we never were to meet again. 

921. T. 14. 

BlEST be that sacred cov'nant 
Uniting tho' we part ; [love, 

Our bodies may far off remove, 
We still are one in heart. 

2 Join'd in one spirit to our Head, 
Where lie appoints, we go, 

And still in Jesus' footsteps tread, 
Show forth his praise below. 

3 Oh, may we ever walk with him, 
And nothing know beside, 
Nought else desire, nought else 
Uut Jesus crucifv 'd. [esteem, 

4 Nor joy nor grief, nor time nor 
place, 

Nor life nor death can part 
Those, who, enjoying Jesus' grace, 
In him are one in heart. 



5 Soon will he wipe offev'ry tear, 
On Canaan's blissful shore, 
Where all, who friends in Jesus 
Shall meet to part no more, [are, 



E. Foe the Sick, 
922. T. 166. 

YV HEN pining sickness wastes 

the frame, 
Acute disease or weak'ning pain ; 
When life fast spends its feeble 
flame, [vain ; 

And all the help of man proves 
Joyless and flat all things appear, 
Languid the spirits, weak the flesh, 
No med'cines ease, nor cordials 

cheer, 
Food can't support, nor sleep re- 
fresh ; 

2 Then, then to have recourse to 
God, 

To pray to him in time of need, 
And feel the balm of Jesus 'blood, 
This is to find a Friend indeed. 
And this, O Christian, is thy lot, 
Who cleavest to the Lord by faith, 
He'll never leave thee (doubt it 

not) 
In pain, in sickness, or in death. 

3 When flesh decays, when vigor 
fails, [be; 

He will thy strength and portion 
Support thy weakness, bear thy 

ails, [me." 

And softly whisper, " trust in 
Himself will be thy helping Friend, 
Thy good Physician, yea, thy 

Nurse, [scend, 

* To make thy bed will conde- 
And from affliction take the curse. 
* Psalm xli. 3. 

923. T. 22. 

JL HO' I'm in body full of pain, 
My soul doth heav'nly comfort 
gain ; 



Hviihis for the Siek. 



275 



And, should I die, I'm not afraid, 
Since Jesus suffer'd in my stead. 

2 Yet one thing will I ask of thee, 
Never* O Lord, forsake thou me : 
But bless me often, keep my mind 
Stay'd on thy help, to thee re- 

sign'd. 

3 Then I shall be supremely blest, 
Nor ask, tho' sick, to be releas'd; 
I'll wait thy time, thy love I feel, 
I know thou rules t all things well. 

924. T. 22. 

jJrL Y body's weak, my heart un- 
clean, 

1 pine with sickness, and with sin; 
My strength decays, my spirits 

droop, 
Bow'd down with guilt, I can't 
look up. 

2 To thee, O Lord, in faith I turn, 
Who ail my sicknesses hast borne; 
Sin thou hadst none, and yet didst 

die 
For guilty sinners, such as I. 

3 Sin's rankling sores my soul 
corrode, [blood; 

Oh, heal them with thy precious 
And if thou wilt my health restore, 
Lord, let me ne'er offend thee 
more. 

925. T. 22. 

Oh, how I long to go and see 
The Lamb of God, who dy'd for 

me; 
How do 1 languish, night and day, 
To hear him bid me come away ! 

2 He loves and values me; I him ; 
Therefore I all things dross es- 
teem 

But my dear Jesus, whom I prize 
Above my life, or earth, or skies. 

3 With pining sickness I decay, 
Diseases wear my flesh away; 
But I shall soon his leave obtain 
To be releas'd from all my pain . • 



4 Quickly, O Lord, thy angels 
charge 

To set my longing soul at large; 
Quickly thy blessed hosts com- 
mand 
To carry me to thy right hand. 

5 My loving friends, farewell, 
farewell, 

I go with Jesus Christ to dwell, 
Welcome my heav'nly country 

now, 
Parents and brethren, all adieu! 



F. Coxcerni^g the Holy Axgel*- 
926.* T.22. 

JL O God let all the human race 
Bring adoration, thanks and 

praise; [known 

He makes his love and wis dona 
By angels who surround his 
throne. 

2 The angels, whom his breath 
inspires, 

His ministers, are flaming fires, 
With joy they in his service movf, 
To bear his vengeance or his love. . 

3 With gladness they obey hi? 
will, 

And all his purposes fulfil: 

All those who Jesus' children are. 

Are special objects of their care. 

4 Our God defends us day by day 
From many dangers in our way, 
By angels, who for ever keep 

A watchful eye, when we're asleep. 

5 O Lord, we'll bless thee all our 
days, 

Our souls shall gloryin thy grace; 
Thy praise shall dwell upon our 

tongues, 
All saints and angels join our 

songs. 

6 We pray thee, let the heav'nly 
host [coast, 

Be guardians of our land and 



276 



Concern ins: the Holv An^eis 



Bid them watch o'er thy flock of 

grace, 
That we may lead a life of peace. 

927. T. 22. 

J\ OW Ictus join our hearts and 

tongues, 
And emulate the angels' song's : 
dinners may address their 

King 1 
In songs that angels cannot sing. 

2 They praise the Lamb who once 
was slain, 

But we can add a higher strain ; 
N6t only say, " He sutfer'd thus:" 
But, that "*Hc suffer'dallforus." 

3 When angels by transgression 
fell, 

Justice consigned them all to hell; 
JUit mercy formed a wond'rous 

plan 
To save and honor fallen man. 

4 Jesus wlio pass'd the angels by, 
Assum'd our flesh to bleed and 

die; 
He, who redeem 'd us by his blood, 
As man siill fills the throne of 

God. 

5 Immanucl, our Brother now, 
l* be 'foae whom the angels bow; 
They join with us to praise his 

nan 
Rut wc the nearest interest claim. 

•. all, how faint our praises 

rise! 
Sure, 'tis the wonder of the skies, 
That we, who shai'c liis richest 

love, 
So cold and unconcerned should 

prove. 

7 O glorious hour, it comes witft 

speed, [freed, 

n we, from sin and darkness 

?5!iall see our God who dy'd for 

m an , 
And praise him more than angels 

can! 



928.* T. TO. 

1 HE holy angels, 
When they to Christ draw near^ 
Fall down before him, 
Their God, with holy fear, 
And with profound humiliation, 
Exceeding all our representation, 

2 Heirs of salvation, 

Redeemed with Christ's blood, 

Their ministration 

Demands our gratitude: 

They'll guard us till we shall as- 
semble; 

Where our joint voices shall nil 
the temple. 

929.* T. 249. 

JL HE seraphim of God 
Exalt r|: their voices loud, 
With joy 'fore him they shout ; 
Their holy choirs in heav'nly 
Sing constantly with cover'd faci ! 
Holy, Holy is (rod, — Holy i^ I 
The Lord of Sabaoth! 

2 Thereto the church of Christ, 
His flesh :|: and bone confess'd, 
Sings, Amen! God beprais'd! 
Above and here one voice doth 

sound: 
Praise him who hath for usaton'd! 
To God in highest strain! 
T > the Lamb slain! 
All glory be! Amen. 

3 When Christ, once crucify \!, 
Returns :f: with his picrcM side 
In glory, to his bride, 

And all the world shall quak- 
with fear. 

Then will with joy 'fore him ap- 
pear 

The countless ransonrd r. 

And sing his praise 

In never-ceasing lay*. 

930. T. 11. 

1 E angels, who excel in powY. 
Praise ye and bless the Lord ! 



Of our Departure unto the Lord, &c. 



Ye who delight to do his will, 

Laud him with one accord. 

2 Yea, all his works, in ev'ry place, 
Extol his holy name!* [soul, 

My thankful heart, my mind and 
Unite to praise the 6ame! 

931.* T. 583. 

ThAXKS to our Lord for all 

the faithfulness 
Wherewith his angels guard his 

chosen race; 
Whene'er they ask for his supreme 

commands, 
He gives them charge to bear us 

in their hands. 

932. T. 166. 

.A-XGELS astonish'd view their 

God 
As Son of man to sinners giv'n ; 



With awe they saw his streaming 

blood, 
Were struck, and silence was in 

heav'n ; 
Xow they with all the saints in 

light 
Worship the Lamb enthron'd 

above, 
And praise the length, the 

breadth, the height, 
And depth of God's stupendous 

love. 

933. T. 141. 

Holy, hoi)-, holy, 

Sings th' angelic choir; 
Might we, sinners, truly 
Glow with heav'nly fire; 
Praising all together, 
Deeply bow'd in dust, 
God, Jehovah, Father, 
Son and Holy Ghost. 



XXXVIII. Of our Departure unto the Lord, and the 
Resurrection of the Body. 



934.* T. 132. 

J. HANK God, towards eternity 
Another step is taken, [thee: 

My heart with longing turns to 
Th©' not by thee forsaken, 

1 long and pant for my release, 
When I shall hence depart in 

peace, 
To be with thee for ever. 

2 I tell the hours and days and 
years, 

And think them tedious ages, 
Until the wish'd-for time appears 
Which all my grief assuages; 
Meanwhile with haste I forward 

press, 
Till I arrive with thankfulness 
At my desired haven. 

3 Come, saith thy bride, who j 
longs for thee, 

Of all else she is weary, 

A 



And prays to thee incessantly, 
Come, come, and do not tarry ; 
Jesus, my Bridegroom, come to 

me, 
Thou know'st, O Lord, my soul 

to thee 
Already is betrothed. 

4 I am assur'd, nor life nor death 
Me from thy love can sever, 
While 1 abide in thee by faith, 
And taste thy love and favor; 
What though this time seem long 

to me, 
A foretaste of eternity 
I have in thy communion. 

935.* T. 151. 

FAREWELL henceforth for 
All-empty worl dly j oys ; [ever, 
Farewell, for Christ my Saviour 
Alone my thoughts employs, 
a 



278 



Of our Departure unto the LonL 



In heav'n's my conversation, 
Where the redeem'd possess 
In him complete salvation, 
The gift of God's free gTace. 

2 Counsel me, dearest Jesus, 
According to thy heart ; 
Heal thou all my diseases, 
And ev'ry harm avert: 

Be thou my consolation 
While here on earth I live, 
And at my expiration 
Me to thyself receive. 

3 May in my heart's recesses 
Thy name and cross always 
Shine forth, with all their graces, 
To yield me joy and peace: 
Stand 'fore me in that figure, 
Wherein thou bar's t for us 
Justice in all its rigor, 
Expiring on the cross. 

936.* T. 140. 

L HE grace enjoy 'd by faith 
In Jesus' incarnation, 
His wounds and bitter death, 
Assures us of salvation ; 
Lmgageth our whole heart, 
Prompts us to sing his praise, 
l/ntil we hence depart 
To see him face to face. 

2 If Jesus should appear 
Now, at this very moment, 
What think ye, should ye fear r 
Xo, we with deep abasement, 
Yet joyful, would adore 

The Lamb who shed his blood, 

And own him evermore 

Our Saviour, Lord and God. 

3 Ah, might the time soon come, 
When thou, our soul's Beloved, 
Shalt fetch thy children home; 
Our inmost soul is moved, 

To think we shall behold 
Him, whom by faith we know, 
Chief Shepherd of his fold, 
In whom we're one, and grow. 

4 Hear thou our hearts' desire, 
M mi gracious Lord and Saviour, 



Let us in peace expire, 
And rise to meet thy favor; 
And when thou shalt assign 
His doom to ev'ry one, 
Thy righteousness divine 
Shall be our boast alone. 

037.* T. 74. 

JL HE Lord my Portion is, 

1 know no other bliss, 
Here nor eternally, 

But that which flows to me 
From Jesus' blood and death, 
Whereon I trust by faith. 

2 Thou know'st, OGod, that I, 
Were I just now to die, 

Xo Saviour have beside, 
But Christ who for me dy'd; 
He is my faithful Friend, 
Whose mercies never end. 

3 I shall, when time is o'er, 
Behold for evermore 

My Saviour, Lord and God, 
Mho bought me by his blood. 
And view the wounds which he 
Received once for me. 

4 The time to him is known, 
Meanwhile be this alone 

My care, that thro' his grace 

1 so may run my race, 
That I in faith may die, 
And live eternally. 

938.* T. 149. 

1 E, who Jesus' patients are, 
Let your heart* be tending 
Thither, where ye wish to share 
Bliss that's never ending; 
O may ye— constantly, 
Wean'd from things terrestrial, 
Look for joys celestial. 

2 Fixing all our thoughts above, 
Where each true believer 

Will, for his redeeming love, 
Praise the Lord for ever, 
Here, by faith — in his death, 
We find consolation 
And complete salvation. 



anil the Resurrection of the Body. 



579 



939.* T. 244. 

XlOW soon, exalted Jesus, 
Thou wilt to us reveal 
Thy countenance most glorious, 
That none as yet can tell ; 
So as thou didst appear 
To thy disciples here ; 
Meanwhile, by frequent visits, 
Us thy poor foll'wers cheer. 

2 Till then, thou wilt call over, 
Out of thy family, 
Xow one, and then another, 
To be at rest with thee: 
O grant us needful grace, 
That we may run our race 
Relying on thy mercy, 
Till" we shall see thy face, 

040. T. 11. 

liORD, my times are in thy hand, 
Be they then at thy command; 
Let me live to thee alone, 
Then the sting of death is gone. 

2 Whither should I, sinner, flee, 
Lord, for shelter, but to thee ? 
Thou hast gone before, in grace, 
To prepare a resting-place. 

3 Bearing my sin's heavy load, 
All thy steps were jnark'd with 

blood, 
From the garden to the cross, 
SurFring to retrieve our lose. 

4 By thy bitter agony, 

By thy life pour'd out for me, 

Oh, let me, a sinner, find 

In my God a Friend most kind. 

941.* T. 14. 

TV HETHER the period of this 

life 
Be long or short, we know 
'Tis in itself of no great weight, 
We're pilgrims here below. 

2 Thrice happy they, who in this 
In Jesus Christ believe, [time 



And as a living sacrifice 
To him their bodies give.* 
* Rom. xii. 1. 

3 He is, as long as life shall last, 
The Source of all their bliss, 
And when they from this world 

depart, 
They see him as he is. 

4 Lord, may 1 live to thee by faith, 
To thee O may I die, 

For thine I am in life and death, 
Thine, thine eternally. 

942. T. 9T\ 

AlTHO' a pardon'd sinner's 

mind 
To be with Christ is most inclin'd, 
Yet, long as he remaineth here, 
Be it a day, a month, or year, 
If but his heart be daily cheer d 

by grace, 
With patience he can run his des- 

tin'd race. 

2 We in this world no city have 
Where we to fix our dwelling 

crave ; 
For, as a trav'ller on the road 
Oft rests, but hath no fix'd abode, 
Life's comforts thus we welcome, 

not pursue, 
But keep our heav'nly mansion 

still in view. 

943. T. 166. 

JL^ORD, whither can I, sinner, 
flee, [breast ; 

When I go hence, but to thy 
For I have sought no other home, 
For I have found no other rest. 
When earthly cares engross the 
mind, [thee, 

And turn my thoughts aside from 
Then the successive days and 

nights 
Seem long and wearisome to me. 

2 My God, and can a needy child, 
That loves thee in humility, 



28« 



Of our Departure unto the Lord, 



Prom thy dear presence be exiFd, 
Or ever separated be ? 
O no, for in thy wounded hands 
By faith my name engrav'd I see; 
Firm and secure thy promise 

stands, 
That where thou art thy friends 

shall be. 

944. T. 96. 

XX age and feebleness extreme, 
Who shall a helpless worm re- 
deem ! 
Jesus, my only hope thou art, 
Strength of my failing flesh and 

heart ! 
O could I catch a smile from thee, 
And drop into eternity! 

945.* T.168. 

31 AKE my calling- and election, 
Jesus, tv'ry day more sure; 
Keep me under thy direction, 
Till I, thro' thy godlikepow'r, 
Unto endless glory raised, 
In thy mansions shall be placed: 
When in thee I end my race, 
Weeping shall for ever cease. 

946.* T. 37. 

M.Y happy lot is here 
The Lamb to follow; 
Be this my only care 
>tep to hallow, 
And thus await the time 
When Christ my Saviour 
Will call me hence, with him 
To Lire for ever. 

947.* T. 124. 

L HEE we love and long to see, 
Tea, dear Saviour, 
We desire to be with thee ; 
But the favor 

To have thee, tho' still unseen, 
Ever near us — doth revive and 
- r us. 



945. T. 590. 

li lit conversation is in heav'n, 

Whence also we expect [come, 

The Lord our Saviour Christ to 

And gather his elect. 

Then shall he our vilebody change, 

And fashion it like his, 

A glorious body, fornvd for 

realms 
Of everlasting bliss. 

949.* T. 83. 

CHRIST, my Rock, my sure 

Defence, 
Jesus, my Redeemer, liveth! 
O! what pleasing hopes from 

thence 
My believing heart deriveth ! 
Else death's long and gloom y 

night 
Would my guilty soul affright. 

2 Christ is risen from the dead, 
Thou shalt rise too, saith my Sa- 
viour ; 

Of what should I be afraid! 
1 with him shall live forever. 
Can the head forsake his limb, 
And not draw me unto him r 

3 No, my soul he cannot leave. 
This, this is my consolation; 
And my body in the grave 
Rests in hope and expectation, 
That this mortal flesh shall see 
Incorruptibility. 

4 Closely by love's sacred bands 
1 am join'd to him already, 
And my faith's outstretched hands 
To embrace my Lord are ready ; 
Death itself shall never part 
Mine and my Redeemer's heart. 

5 Flesh I bear, and therefore 
must 

Unto dust be once reduced, 
This I own, but from the dust 
I shall be to life produced, 
And, convey'd to endless bliss, 
Live where my Redeemer is. 



and the Resurrection of the Body. 



USi 



6 In my body, when restor'd 
To the likeness of his body, 
I shall see my God, my Lord, 
My Beloved in his glory ; 
In my flesh eternally 
My Redeemer I shall see. 

7 These mine eyes most certainly 
Shall behold and know my Sa- 
viour, 

I, no stranger, no, ev'n I, 
Him to see shall have the favor : 
Grieving 1 , pining in that day 
Ever shall be done away. 

8 What here sickens, sighs and 
groans, [torious ; 

There o'er death shall prove vic- 
Earthly here are sown my bones, 
Heav'nly they shall rise, and glo- 
rious : 
What is natural sown here, 
Shall once spiritual rise there. 

9 Let us raise our minds above 
This world's lusts, vain, transi- 
tory, 

Cleave to him ev'n here in love, 
Whom we hope to see in glory: 
May our minds tend constantly 
Where we ever wish to be. 

950.* T. 22. 

JMLYlifel now to God resign, 
At his decree I'll not repine, 
Will he prolong my mournful 

days, 
He'll help me, well to end my race. 

2 1 go hence at th' appointed hour, 
Nor would I wish to go before, 
My hairs the Lord hath number'd 

all, 
Without his will not one can fall. 

3 Lord, what is man! a clod of 

earth, 
A needy mortal from his birth, 
Brought nothing with him when | ^ hen he m £ lor y shall appear. 

he came, j 12 Humbly, Lord Christ, I thee 

And naked leaves this earthly j address; [ness; 

** ranie - |Ah! clothe me in thy righteous- 

A a 2 



4 Teach us to number so our days, 
That we apply to wisdom's ways, 
Knowing how swift our moments 

fly. 

That all, both young and old, 
must die. 

5 This is the fruit of Adam's fall; 
Death, like a conqu'ror, seiz'd on 

all ; [place 

Sin gives him pow'r, there is no 
Exempt from his continual chace. 

6 Evil and few, as Jacob says, 
Alas ! I count my pilgrim-days ; 
When God shall call his servant 

home, 
In hope of joy I'll meet the tomb. 

7 How could I bear the guilt of 
sin, 

Assailing me without, within, 
Did I not know, God gave his 

Son, 
Who did for all my sins atone! 

S 'Tishe, my Saviour Jesus Christ, 
Who for my sins was sacrifie'd, 
And rose triumphant from the 

grave, 
That he my soil from death 

might save. 

9 To him I yield my life and 
breath, ' [death, 

His love will guide my soul thro' 
And bring me to that blissful 

place, 
Where I shall see him face to face. 

10 My flesh mean while doth rest 
in hope, 

Till in his likeness raised up; 
Out of his hands no dust shall fall, 
My body he'll to life recall. 

11 This 
relief, 

In all my greatest pain and grief; 
He'll wipe awav mv ev'rv tear. 



gives me comfort and 



. wipe away my ev'ry tear, 



:282 



Of our Departure unto the Lord, 



Within thy wounds I crave a place. 
There is my only happiness. 

13 Amen! thou sov'reign God of 
love, [move, 

grant, that when we hence re- 
Our souls, redeemed by thy blood, 
May find in thee their sure abode! 

951.* T. 22. 

Lrf ORD Jesus, Fountain of my 

life! 
Sole comfort in this world of strife! 

1 come, both weary and opprest, 
And pray, Lord, take my soul to 

rest! 

3 When I shall yield my dying 

breath, 
Support me by thy bitter death; 
Thy mercy is my only plea; 
Thy bonds have gain'd my liberty. 

3 By all thouhast for me endur'd, 
Thou hast eternal life procur'd; 
Thy shame, reproach and thorny 

crown, 
Gain'd for me glory and renown ! 

4 Thy stripes have me, a sinner, 
heaVd; [*eal'd; 

My pardon with thy blood is 
Thy agony, thy dying breath 
Redeem'd me from eternal death. 

5 Unto my heart, when speech I 
want, 

The utt'rance of thy Spirit grant: 
() that my goulto heav'n may rise, 
When death in darkness seals my 
eyes . 

6 What songs of everlasting joy 
Shall mine and angels' tongues 

employ ! 
How shall we to eternity 
Exalt thy love and mercy free ! 

952. T. 22. 

CHRISTY bitter death shall 

sweeten mine; 
My soul 1 to his care resign; 



j Since he laid down his life for me, 
He'll keep me to eternity. 

2 How glad am I, that I have 
known 

What he to ransom me hath done! 
How glad am I, that I believe, 
Die when I will, he'il me receive! 

3 Thanks be to thee, my gracious 
Lord, 

That thou hast all mv curse en- 
dur'd ; 
Nor doth the grave to me appear 
A terror, since thou restedst there. 

953.* T. 132. 

J ESUS, by thy almighty pow'r 
My soul from death deliver, 
In that important, awful hour, 
When soul and body sever; 
Into thy ever faithful hand 
My Spirit will I then commend, 

1 trust thou wilt recehe it. 

2 Tho' guilt would fill my soul 
with dread, 

Despair and consternation, 
I know I need not be afraid, 
Since Christ is my salvation ; 
His precious blood, his wounds 

and death. 
Shall, when I draw my latest 

breath, 
lie my support and comfort. 

3 I of his body am a limb, 
This is my consolation ; 

And death between my soul and 

him 
Shall make no separation ; 
He in me, 1 in him abide ; 
In him, who for me liv'dand dy'd, 
I've found life everlasting. 

4 Since he did from the dead arise, 
And then ascend victorious, 

I likewise in the hope rejoice, 
To rise again more glorious; 
Thus free from fear, I can in peace 
Depart to see him as he is, 
And live with him for ever. 



and the Resurrection of the Body. 



2S3 



954. T. 582. 

XHE spirits of the just, 
Confin'd in bodies, groan, 
Till death consigns the corpse to 

dust, 
And then the conflict's done. 

2 Jesus, who came to save, 
(The Lamb for sinners slain,) 
Hath sanctify' dthe gloomy grave, 
And made ev'n death our gain. 

3 Why should we fear to trust 
The place where Jesus lay? 
He'll raise our bodies from the 
And unto life convey. [dust, 

4 Sin's pardon'd — I'm secure; 
Death hath no sting beside: 
The law gives sin condemning 
But Jesus for me dy'd. [pow'r, 

5 God gives the victory; 
To him due thanks be paid; 

For we are conqu'rors when we 

die, 
Thro' Christ our living Head. 

955.* T. 151. 

W HEN I shall gain permission 
To leave this mortal tent, • 
And get from pain dismission, 
Jesus ! thyself present ; 
And let me, when expiring, 
Recline upon thy breast, 
Thus I shall be acquiring 
Eternal life and rest . 

956.* T. 232. 

jLoRD, let thy blest angelic 

bands . 
Convey my soul into thy hands, 
When soul and body sever; 
My body, tho' redue'd to dust, 
Thou wilt (O Lord, I firmly trust) 
Once raise to live for ever. 
Then shall I see thee face to face, 
In everlasting joy and peace, 
And sing, with all the saints above, 
The wonders of redeeming love. 



O Christ, my Lord, :}!: I'll thee 

adore 
Here, and above, for evermore. 

957. T. 582. 

CONFIDING in thy name, 

Jesus, the church's Head, 

We give to earth the breathless 

frame, 
Rememb'ring thou wast dead: 
A bitter death indeed 
Was thine, O Lamb of God: 
But from the curse thou hast us 

freed, 
By thy atoning blood. 

2 O death, where is thy sting? 

O grave, thy victory ? 

He that believes in Chpist can 

sing: 
" He hath redeemed me!" 
Trusting in him by faith 
We now the vict'ry gain ; 
In him we triumph over death, 
Who for us rose again. 

958. T. 102. 

"W HERE is this infant ? It is 
gone! 

To whom ? To Jesus who re- 
deem 'd it. 

It now appears before his throne, 

Where he continues still to tend it, 

His favor — for ever 

It proves, he doth bear 

This lamb in his bosom, 'tis safe 
in his care. 

2 He took such in his arms on 
earth, [vor ; 

And show'd to them peculiar fa- 
Hen ce we may know, that from 

their birth 
He is their ever gracious Saviour ! 
He gave them, — he takes them, 
Whene'er he sees best 
For them to come to him, and 

with him to rest. 

3 This infant rests now happily 
In Christ the Source of our sal- 
vation ! 



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Of Christ's Coming to Judgment. 



Rejoicing to eternity, 

Join'd to the perfect congregation. 

The body, — we bury; 

We know, that from pain [again. 

Released we once shall behold it 

959.* T. 39. 

> t HEX children, released from 

all that's distressing, 
Are called to heaven, O that's a 

great blessing! 
Removed from danger and woe, 

they for ever 
Rejoice in the presence of Jesus 

their Saviour. 

960. T. 14. 

XX OW sweetly this our brother 

sleeps, 
Enjoying endless peace, [lay, 
The grave, wherein his Saviour 
Is now his resting place. 

2 Nought can disturb this heir 

of life, 
All worldly cares are fled ; 
To be with Christ was hi* desire, 
And he's now perfected. 

961.* T. 14. 

OLEST soul, how sweetly dost 

thou rest, 
From ev'ry toil and care, 



Enjoying now, on Jesus' breast, 
Bliss far beyond compare ! 

2 His sufferings have deliver 'd 
thee 

From mis'rv, woe and death; 
His word, "'Tis finish'd!"prov'd 

to be 
The triumph of thy faith. 

3 Now to the earth let these re- 
mains 

In hope committed be! 

Until the body chang'd obtains 

Blest immortality. 

962.* T. 483. 

-IN OW rest in peace; 

Our pray'rs, when dying, thee at- 
tended, 

Thou'st ended 

Thy mortal life, and now always 

Beholdest Jesus face to face; 

The holy angels did convey 

Thy soul to realms of endless 
day, 

There bless thee, God the Father, 
and the Son, 

And Holy Ghost, Jehovah Three 
in One, 

Thou there ador'st the Lamb that 
sitteth on the throne. 



XXXIX. Of Christ's 

963.* T. 132. 

JL IS sure that awful time will 
come, 
When Christ, the Lord of glory, 
Shall from his throne give men 

their doom, 
And change things transitory: 
This will strike dumb each im- 
pious jeer, 
When all will be consum'd by fire, 
And heav'n and earth dissolved. 
'2 The wak'ning trumpet all shall 

hear, 
The dead shall then be raised, 



Coming to Judgment. 

And 'fore the judgment-seat ap- 
pear, 
On th' right and left hand placed; 
Those in the body at that time 
Shall, in a manner most sublime, 
Endure a transmutation. 

3 Woe then to him, that hath de- 
spis'd 

God's word and revelation, 

And here done nothing but de- 
vis 'd 

His lust's gratification; 

Then how confounded will he 
stand, 



Of Christ's Coming to Judgment. 



28ff 



When he must go at Christ's 

command, 
To everlasting torment! 

4 When all with awe shall stand 
around, 

To hear their doom allotted, 

O may my worthless name be 

found 
In the Lamb's book unblotted; 
Grant me that firm, unshaken 

faith 
That thou, my. Saviour, by thy 

death 
Hast purchas'd my salvation. 

5 Before thou shalt as Judge ap- 
pear, 

Plead as my Intercessor ; 
And on that awful day declare 
That I am thy confessor, 
Then bring me to that blessed 

place 
Where I shall see, with open face, 
The glory of thy kingdom. 

6 O Jesus, shorten the delay, 
And hasten thy salvation, 

That we may see that glorious 

day 
Produce a new creation : 
Lord Jesus, come, our Judge and 

King, 
Come, change our mournful 

notes, to sing 
Thy praise for ever! Amen. 

964. T. 581. 

HARK! the trump of God is 

heard, 
And th' archangel's voice on high; 
Yea, the Lord himself descends 
With a shout that rends the sky; 
Lo ! the bars of death are burst, 
See the dead in Christ rise first ; 

2 His blest people, still on earth, 
In a moment chang'd, all rise 
In the clouds, caught up with 

them, 
Meet their Saviour in the skies ; 



Fears and doubts are far remov'd, 
Him they see, whom here they 
lov'd. 

3 See this transient mortal life 
Swallow'd up eternally! 
Death, O death, where is thy 

sting ? 
Where, O grave, thy victory ? 
Thanks to God, thro' Christ we 

have 
Vict'ry over death and grave. 

4 Now all tears are wip'd away: 
Free from curse and free from 

pain, 
All Christ's people now with him 
Kings and priests for ever reign. 
Henceforth his unbounded grace 
Is their theme of endless praise. 

5 In the hope of all this joy, 
Brethren, let us still be found; 
Stedfast in the faith of Christ, 
May we all in love abound, 

Till we 6 hall, when time is o'er. 
Live with him for evermore. 

965. T. 585. 

JL O ! he cometh ! countless trum- 
pets 

Christ's appearance usher in ! 

'Midst ten thousand saints and 
angels 

See our Judge and Saviour shine! 

Hallelujah! :|: [Lamb! 

Welcome, welcome, slaughter'd 

2 Now the song of all the saved, 
Worthy is the Lamb ! resounds : 
Xow resplendent shine his nail- 
prints, 

Ev'ry eye shall see his wounds! 
They whopierc'd him :\\: 
Shall at his appearing wail. 

3 Ev'ry island, sea and mountain, 
Earth and heaven flee away; 

All his enemies confounded 
Hear the trump proclaim his day: 
Come to judgment! :|: 
Stand before the Son of Man ! 



286 



Of Christ's Coming to Judgment. 



4 All who love him view his glory, 
In his bright, once marred face: 
Jesus cometh, all his people 
Now their heads with gladness 

raise: 
Happy mourners ! :|j: 
Lo, oh clouds he comes ! lie comes! 

5 See redemption, long expected, 
On that awful day appear ; 

All his people, once despised, 
Joyful meet him in the air : 
Hallelujah: [comes! 

Now the promis'd kingdom 

966. T. 590. 

My faith shall triumph o'er 

the grave, 
And trample on the tombs \ 
My Jesus, my Redeemer lives, 
My God, my Saviour comes : 
Ere long I know he shall appear 
In pcw'r and glory great; 
And death, the last of all his foes, 
Lie vanquished at his feet. 

3 Then, tho' the worms my flesh 

devour, 
And make my corpse their prey, 
I know I shall arise with pow'r 
On the last judgment-day: 
When God shall stand upon the 

earth, 
Him these mine eyes shall see, 
My flesh shall feel a second birth, 
And ever with him be. 

3 Then his own hand shall wipe 

the tears 
From ev'ry weeping eye; 
And pains, and groans, and griefs, 

and fears, 
Shall cease eternally; [long 

How long, dear Saviour, O how 
Shall this bright hour delay ? 
Oh, hasten thy appearance, Lord, 
And bring the welcome day. 

967. T. 14. 

W HEN rising from the bed of 

death, 
O'erwbelm'd with guilt and fear, 



1 see my Maker face to face, 
Oh, how shall I appear r 

2 If yet, while pardon may be 
found, 

Thy mercy I've not sought, 

My heart with inward horroir 

shrinks, 
And trembles at the thought : 

3 That thou, O Lord, wilt stand 
In majesty severe, [disclos'd 
And sit in judgment on my soul; 
How then shall I appear r 

4 But thou declarest in thy word, 
That sinners who to thee, 
While here they live, repenting 
Shall live eternally. [turn, 

5 Grant, that I never may despair 
Full pardon to obtain, [soul, 
Since Jesus Christ, to save my 
Upon the cross was slain. 

968. T. 166. 

According to my state on 

earth 
Will the decisive sentence be ; 
They who have felt the second 

birth, 
The second death shall never see; 
But if from hence I take my flight 
A captive to the tyrant sin, 
Farewell to ev'ry cheering light, 
A scene of darkness must begin. 

969.* T. 592. 

1 HIS transient world is not our 
home, 
No soul finds here or rest, or bliss; 
The man by this vain world over- 
come, 
Will of salvation surely miss: 
Jesus alone yields comfort true, 
Jesus is pleasure void of pain; 
His mercies ev'ry day are new, 
His friendship's fire doth still re. 
main. [happy are 

The scorn'd selected few thrice 
Who have in Jesus' love and grace 
a share. 



Of Christ's Coiniug to Judgment. 



2$: 



2 His shame to all will be dis- 
play^, 

However specious here his dress, 

Who is not in the robe array' d 

Of Jesus' perfect righteousness ; 

Who of Christ's fulness ne'er re- 
ceived, 

Will tremble at the judgment-day; 

However righteous here believ'd, 

Then naked must he go away ; 

Haste then to Jesus Christ ; thrice 
happy they 

Who to the mercy-seat have found 
their way ! 

970.* T. 22. 

"Rejoice, thou happy little 

flock, 
Which grounded firm on Christ 

the Rock, 
Shalt dwell with him in lasting 

day, [away. 

When heav'n and earth shall pass 

2 Who doth not turn to him while 

here, [fear 

And love him truly, shall with 
And trembling, seek a shelt'ring 

place, 
To hide himself from Jesus' face. 

3 May Christ continue still to 
keep, 

To feed and tend his dear-bought 

sheep, 
Until his ransom'd flock shall be 
Gather'd to him eternally. 

4 Help us, O Lord, to watch and 
pray. 

That we be ready ev'ry day, 

To stand before thee thro' thy 

grace, 
And in thy kingdom hare a place. 

971.* T. 16. 

JUDGE me now, my God and 

Saviour, 
Bv'n before the judgment-day ; 
Then to me, a worm, thy favor 
Thro' eternity display. 



972.* T. 205. 

A. RE you form'd a creature 

new, 
Cleans'd by Jesus'precious blood, 
Can you Christ in spirit view, 
Reconcil'd by him to God ; 
Rise, to meet the Bridegroom, 

go, 
Mingle with the virgin -row, 
Have you oil, you need not fear, 
Tho' this moment he appear. 

2 Rise, go forth to meet the 
Lamb, 

Slumber not, 'midst worldly cart; 
Let your lamps be all on flame, 
For his coming now prepare : 
Then whene'er ye hear the cry, 
Lo, the BridegToom draweth 

nigh, 
You will not confounded be, 
But can meet him cheerfully. 

3 Let us walk the narrow way, 
Watchful, cheerful, free from 

toil, 
Trim our lamps from day to day, 
Adding still recruits of oil ; 
Doubly doth the Spirit rest 
On his happy, peaceful breast, 
Who himself to praying give*, 
Who a life of watching lives. 

973.* T. 388. 

1 E virgins, be 
Girt with alacrity; 
At midnight cometh he: 
Cease ail your mourning, 
The Lord will be returning, 
Him ye shall see 
In majesty. 

2 Now ready stand, 
Yea, always ready stand; 
The Bridegroom is at hand : 
Sleep not, nor slumber, 
Let nothing you encumber, 
But ready stand; 
He is at hand. 



288 



Of the Church Triumphant, and 



974.* T. 244. 

PREPARE your lamps, stand 

ready, 
Your vessels fill with oil ; 
Re clean in soul and body, 
Your wishes then can't fail : 
Hark, 'tis the midnight cry, 
" The bridegroom draweth nigh," 
Arise, go forth to meet him, 
With songs of praise and joy. 



975.* T. 580. 

\J LORD of glory, grant, we 

pray, 
That each with ardent longing 

may 
At all times ready be ; 
In faith and love preserve us 

sound, 
O let us day and night be found 
Joyful to meet and welcome thee. 



XL. Of the Church Triumphant, and the Glory of 
Eternal Life. 



976. T. 139. 

3IoUNT Zion, where the Lamb 

of God, 
Who for our sins aton'd, [blood, 
And bought us by his precious 
For ever is enthron'd; [bride 

Where his redeem'd and chosen 
Thro' endless ages shall reside, 
Is here, thro' faith in Jesus' name, 
Our joy and final aim. 

2 Jerusalem, the church above, 
Now triumphs over death, 
And when we, perfected in love, 
Shall once resign our breath, 
We shall, with all the saints in 

light, 
In cheerful songs of praise unite, 
And with his chosen evermore 
His saving name adore. 

3 Deliver'd from this mortal clay, 
From sorrow, sin, and pain, 

We shall with Christ, in lasting 
True holiness obtain. [day, 

Lord Jesus, hear our fervent 

pray'r, 
T s needy sinners all prepare, 
r.y faith in thee to end our race, 
. to behold thy face. 

or:.* T. or. 

\ I OW greatly doth my soul re- 
joice, [choice, 
'I fiat by my faithful Shepherd's 



My name is certainly enroll'd 
Among* the sheep of his blest fold! 
May 1 by nothing e'er be drawn 
aside, [bride. 

But be a happy member of his 

2 My faith victorious now doth 
rise 

Above all earthly vanities. 

And hath Jerus'lem full in view, 

That holy city, fair and new; 

Thro' faith in Christ 1 am God'l 
child and heir, 

And shall the glories of his king- 
dom share. 

3 Then all old thing* will pftf! 
away, 

And a new gcene itself display ; 
We wait for thee, lmmanuel, 
Come soon, thy majesty reveal : 
Our voices then in higher strains 

shall raise 
A joyful Hallelujah to tin praise. 

978. T. 14. 

1 HERE is a house not made 
with hands, 
Eternal, and above . 
And here my spirit waiting stands. 
Till it shall hence rein* 

2 My Saviour by his saving grace 
Prepareth mc for beav'n ; 

And, as an earnest of the plj 
IlaAh his own Spirit g'^ 



the Glory of Eternal Life. 



28<J 



3 We walk by faith of joys to Pleading thine own blood and 

merit ; 
Here, our faith rests on thy grace, 
There, in glory, 



come, 
Faith lives upon his word; 
But while the body is our home, 
We're absent from the Lord. 

4 'Tis pleasant to believe thy 
But we had rather see : [grace ; 
We would be absent from the 

flesh, 
And present, Lord, with thee. 

979.* T. 580. 

JESUS' life of grief and sorrows, 
All his sufferings, death and pain, 
Prove in life our consolation, 
And in death our joy remain, 
Hallelujah! ;|[: 

Christ's our Life, hence death is 
gain. 

2 On his precious death and merit 
All our hopes are safely built j 
We rejoice in his salvation, 
Freed from sin's condemning 
Sing his triumphs, ;|: [guilt, 
'Twas for us his blood was spilt! 

3 Jesus yieldeth up his spirit, 
Lo, he bows his head and dies ! 
From his death we life inherit, 
Hence our happiness takes rise : 
We now glory :{j: 

Only in this sacrifice. 

4 Jesus' body, once interred, 
Sanctifies his brethren's rest, 
4nd the place which keeps their 

bodies, [Guest, 

Since earth lodg'd that heav'nly 
Kow is hallow'd; ;||: 
We lie down in hope most blest. 

5 Our Redeemer rose victorious, 
O what joy doth this afford! 
Lasting 1 bliss awaits us yonder, 
Jtais'd to glory, like our Lord; 
Blessed Saviour, :||: 

£v,er be by us ador'd ! 

6 Conqu'ring Lord, to heav'n as- 
cended 

To prepare for us a place, 



We shall see thee face to face. 

7 Jesus ! at thy blest appearing, 
Freed from weakness, grief and 

pain, 
We, restored to thy likeness, 
Once shall join thy happy train; 
Make us ready, :||: 
Lord, thy glory to obtain! 

98.0.* T, 58. 

JLL APPy I am, yet o'er my hap- 
piness 

Can ne'er rejoice but with a blush- 
ing face, [wonder 

For it is mere mercy, remains a 

Of Christ's long suffering, when 
thereon I ponder, 

Now and always ; 

2 In the glorious presence 
Of God my Saviour, 

Tho' witli abasement, this great 
truth I'll ever 

Own to his praise: 

3 That his incarnation, 
His bitter passion, 

And meritorious death procur'd 
salvation, And life for me. 

4 In his great atonement 
I'll trust unshaken, 

Until I once to see him shall be 
taken, Whom here I love. 

5 Grant to me, Lord Jesus, 
The special favor, 
Depending on thy grace both 

now and ever, To look to thee; 

6 In that ever lovely, 
Heart-piercing figure, 

As for us bearing justice in its 
rigor, Upon the cross. 



7 What ecstatic pleasure 

Shall I then savor, 
I When face to face beholding thee 
I for ever, So as thou art! 

Bb 



290 



Of the Church Triumphant, and 



8 On what joys celestial 
Shall I be feasting, 

When, in thy presence from all 
labor resting, I sabbath keep! 

9 O! what songs of praises 
Will then in heaven 

Resound, when all the ransonrd 
souls thanksgiving 

To Jesus bring ! 

10 Lamb, once slain for sinners, 
Receive our praises, 

Honor and glory from all choirs 
and classes, 

To thee they're due. 

11 Now let all say Amen, 
The Lord be praised, 

Tn heav'n and earth his name for 
ever blessed 

By all that breathe! 

981.* T. 205. 

\) EXALT and praise the Lord, 
Laud his name for evermore, 
Gratefully with one accord, 
With the angels him adore; 
'['hank him for the faithfulness 
Wherewith he his witnesses, 
Who in heav'n are perfected, 
Thro' great tribulation led. 

3 Here by Jesus' precious blood, 
Cleans'd from sin and render'd 

chaste, 
They, as ministers of God, 
Him by word and deed confest; 
In their Lord's reproach a share, 
Hated by the world, they bare, 
Now they, with th' angelic train, 
Praise the Lamb for sinners slain. 

3 They with patience having run 
Their appointed race, in hope 
Of the prize, at last the crown 
Have obtain'd, for them laid up ; 
Now they serve the Lamb of God, 
(Having in his precious blood, 
Wash'd their robes and made 

them white,) 
Iti I us temple day and night. 



4 In fine, spotless linen drest. 
Palms of victory they bear, 
By no sorrows e'er opprest, 
Unmolested now by care, 

Free from hunger, thirst and heat, 
They, possessing joys complete, 
Unto living fountains led, 
By the Lamb himself are fed. 

5 Since we likewise may attain 
To this happiness thro' grace, 
And, by foil' wing Jesus, gain 
With the saints in heav'n a place; 
May we tread the narrow path, 
Not unfruitful in the faith, 

And unto the end endure, 
Making our election sure. 

6 May we always have in view 
The example of our Lord, 
Faithfully his steps pursue, 
Giving heed unto his word; 

In our bodies, while we've breath, 
May we bear about his death, 
That his life may even here 
In our mortal flesh appear. 

7 Let us call to mind with joy 
Those who have before us gone, 
Who obtain'd the victory 
Thro' the blood of Christ alone; 
That we all may zealously 
Imitate their constancy, 

Till we too the prize receive, 
And with them in glory live. 

982.* T. 166. 

U NTO ourselves with deepest 

awe 
The spirits of the righteous 
We represent, and comfort draw 
From hence, when trials fright 

US; 

Rejoicing, we behold them novr, 
In Jesus' presence blessed, 
From the church militant below 
To the triumphant raised. 

2 There sits the princely company 
Of those, who did surrender, 
For Jesus' sake, most willingly 
Their lives and worldly grandeur; 



the Glory of Eternal Life. 



29 i 



Undaunted meeting- fire and 

sword, 
No toils too great esteemed, 
If they to preach his precious 

word 
By him were worthy deemed. 

3 All who in Jesus' presence live 
Remov'd from mortal vision, 
The crown of righteousness re- 
ceive, 
In endless life's fruition; 
They are now with the Lord at 

home; 
Our humble expectation 
Is, that he'll let us also come 
To join that congregation. 

983.* T. 71. 

WHAT shall I feel, when I 
The glorious choirs espy 
In bliss unceasing! 
Already in my heart 
Rays from bright Salem dart, 
With hopes most pleasing. 

2 I hear th' enraptur'd song 
Rais'dby the blessed throng 
Of the redeemed: 

Seated upon the throne, 
The Lamb once slain, alone 
Is worthy deemed. 

3 Rejoice, my soul, thou soon, 
When here thy race is run, 
Shalt have the favor 

To go and join the blest, 
And there at home to rest 
With Christ, thy Saviour. 

4 Then shall our woe and grief 
Find a most sure relief 

In j oys unbounded : 
Triumphant songs shall be 
To the blest Trinity 
For ever sounded. 

5 How blest, when we can say, 
All else is fled away, 

And love prevaileth! 
No longer faith and hope 
We need to bear us up, 
Love never faileth. 



6 See, how the victors go 
In raiment white as snow, 
With glory crowned! 

He grants to them, thro' grace, 
Around his throne a place, 
On whom death frowned. 

7 The Bridegroom now appears^ 
He wipes off' all our tears, 

And ends all sadness ; 
To him I had resign'd 
Myself, and now am join'd 
In perfect gladness. 

8 O Lord, grant my request, 
To be in heav'n at rest, 
When 'tis thy pleasure; 
Then, to eternity, 

I ne'er shall parted be 
From thee, my Treasure. 

9 At thy thro'-pierced feet 
I'll hambly take my seat, 
There's heav'n's enjoyment: 
To give thee thanks and praise, 
For all thy love and grace, 

Be my employment. 

10 While here, I live by faitfc, 
Relying on thy death, 

For thou'rt my Saviour ; 
There I shall sweetly rest, 
Reclining on thy breast, 
In peace for ever. 

984. T. 136. 

My Lord and God! 
Who hast for me atoned, 
And in death's agony for me hast 
groaned; 

1 weep for joy, 

And raise my feeble song, 

For both in life and death this 

meditation 
Proves unto me a sweet and 

strength 'ning consolation ; 
My pardon's sealed with thy 

blood, 
My Lord! my God! 

2 The time will come, 
When endless consolation 



293 



Of the Church Triumphant, and 



"Will be their lot, who wait for 
Christ's salvation. 

" lam redeem 'd," 

Saith a believing- heart; 

" Ev'n here the Lord, whose mer- 
cy never endeth, 

Wipes oft my tears away, and all 
my steps att endeth; 

The time, to be with him at home, 

At last will come." 

3 Come soon, O come, 

Ye hours, wherein for ever, 

With hosts of saints I too shall 
have the favor 

To see my Lord! 

With joy I for him wait; 

Who knows but I this day may 
leave the body, 

Call'd forth to "meet the Bride- 
groom : may he find me ready ; 

1 long- to be with him at home; 
Come soon, O come I 

4 O happy lot! 

To live with Christ, our Saviour, 
There to behold his countenance 

for ever; 
In songs of joy 
His holy name to praise; 
To thank him for our blessed 

consummation, 
And view his wounds, those 

pledges of complete salvation, 
All pain and sorrow then forgot; 
O happy lot ! 

985.* T. 149. 

O HOW excellent and fair, 
Great beyond all measure, 
Will to us our lot appear, 
And how rich our treasure, 
When we see — bodily 
Our beloved Saviour, 
As he is for ever ! 

2 Countless hosts before God's 
throne, 

(Where the Lamb resideth, 
And, as God and Man, his own 
To life's fountain guideth,) 
Now possess — perfect bliss, 



WTiich to us is wanting, 
And for which we're panting. 

3 What here sickness, sighs and 
groans, 

There will prove victorious ; 
Earthly here are sown our bones, 
They shall rise most glorious ; 
Death and woe — ev'ry foe 
Which us here annoyed, 
There will be destroyed. 

4 May this ever blessed hope 
Fill our hearts with gladness, 
And, 'midst weakness, bear us up, 
Till from sin and sadness 

We shall be — wholly free, 

And above for ever 

Praise our gracious Saviour. 

9S6.* T. 594. 

^\ HEX, O when shall I have 
the favor [days, 

To see th' approach of those blest 
When I shall welcome my dear 
Saviour [lays ? 

With soleiffn strains, with joyful 
How blest will then be my condi- 
tion, [see! 
When in my flesh I Christ shall 
Tho' happy in his love's fruition 
Ev'n here, I long with him to be. 

2 What hcav'nly joy and conso- 
lation 
This hope affords unto my heart, 
That Christ, the God of my sal- 
vation, 
Will me receive, when T depart! 
Then in his presence I for ever, 
With the redeem'd shall sing his 
praise; 

Lord, I long to have that favor, 
To leave this world and see thy 

face. 

987.* T. 83. 

*\ HEN departed once in peace, 

1 shall have t lie grace and favor 
To behold him face to face, 
Whom I love, ev'n God my Saviour 



tlie tjlorv af Eternal Life. 



293 



Then I shall for evermore 
Him in endless joy adore. 

2 When I once shall favor' d be, 
To enjoy in fullest measure, 
What his sufferings gain'dfor me, 
And salvation's blood-bought 

treasure, 
With what rapture shall I sing 
Hallelujah to my King! 

988.* T. 119. 

O WHAT joy, : : 

what joy await eth me! 

1 rejoice in expectation, 
That I in my flesh shall see 
Him, the God of my salvation, 
And behold the Lord in endless 
As he is. :|: [bliss, 

2 Yea, Amen! :■": 
Pardon'd sinners here rejoice 
In this hope and consolation, 
Till we shall with sweeter voice 
Sing in the great Congregation, 
Thou, O Lamb, hast brought us 

nigh to God, 
By thy blood! :.: 

989.* T. 45. 

y\.Y lot of grace — will be always 
Beyond description blessed; 
Yea, the bliss I shall enjoy 
Cannot be expressed. 

2 Him I shall see — whose love to 
My heart hath captivated; [me 
From his presence I no more 
Shall be separated. 

990.* T. 20S. 

i* HAT hast thou, Lord Jesus, 
To redeem and bless us, 
For us undergone! 
Here we know but partly, 
But there will be shortly 
More of this depth known- 
When above — we shall remove, 
And shall live with thee for ever. 
Our beloved Saviour. 
2 I am lost in wonder, 
When I duly ponder, 

B 



Jesus, on thy grace; 

That I shall in glory 
Evermore adore thee; 
And that, face to face, 

1 shall see — eternally 
Thee, the God of my salvation, 

what consolation ! 

991. T. 14. 

(^ OME, Lord, and warm each 

languid heart, 
Inspire each lifeless tongue ; 
Andlet the joys of heav'n impart 
Their influence to our song. 

2 Sorrow and pain, and ev'ry care, 
And discord there shall cease; 
And perfect joy and love sincere 
Adorn the realms of peace. 

3 The soul, from sin for ever free, 
Shall mourn its pow'r no more; 
But, cloth'd in spotless purity, 
Redeeming love adore. 

992. T. 11. 

HaPPY the souls to Jesus 

join'd, 
And sav'd by grace alone ; 
Walking in all his ways, they find 
Theh- heav'n on earth begun. 

2 The church above no other 
theme 

But Jesus' love doth know ; 

In joyful hymns they praise his 

We do the same below. [name, 

3 Him in his glorious realm they 
praise, 

And bow before his throne; 
We in the kingdom of his grace : 
The kingdoms are but one. 

993. T. 14. 

1 HERE where my blessed Jesus 
reigns, 
In heav-'n's unmeasur'd space, 

1 shall a long eternity 
Spend in ne'er-ceasing praise. 

2 Dear Jesus, ev'ry smile of thine 
Will fresh endearments bring 1 ; 

b 2 



294 Of the Church Triumphant, and Eternal Life. 



And thousand tastes of new de- 
From ail thy gTaces spring", [light 

3 Haste, my Beloved, fetch my 
Up to thy blest abode; [soul 

Haste, for my spirit longs to be 
With thee, my Lord and God. 

994. T, 14. 

IjtOD hath laid up in heav'n for 
A crown which cannot fade; [me 
The righteous Judge, at that great 
Will place it on my head. [day, 

2 Xor hath the King of grace de- 
This prize for me alone, [creed 
But all that love and long to see 
Th' appearance of his Son. 

995.* T. 205. 

-NlMEX, yea, Hallelujah! 
Jesus, praise to thee be giv'n, 
That a place for me, thro' grace, 
Is by thee prepar'd in heav'n : 
Ah, how blest will be my case, 
"When I shall behold thy face, 
And, from pain and sorrow free, 
Live for evermore with thee! 

996. T. 114. 

J_ HE just made perfect, who in 
glory seated [nal bliss, 

Around God's throne enjoy eter- 
Behold our God and Saviour as 
he is. [permitted 

Ah, when shall I poor trav'ller be 
To join that happy num'rous com- 
pany, [to see! 
And my Redeemer face to face 

997. T. 244. 

\V HEX we shall see our Jesus, 
And thankful him adore, 
What rapture then will seize us! 
We meet to part no more; 
Our Lord, with matchless grace, 
Will to his glory's praise, 
'Midst joys unutterable, 
Us as his own confess. 



998. T. 388. 

>V HAT happiness, 

Wh at j oy an d h a ppines s 

Shall we above possess, 

When we adore him, 

With angels bow before him, 

And see his face — what happiness* 

999.* T. ±59. 

±$ OW, Lord, who in this vale of 
Dost lift thy gracious face, [teup 
Upon thy church which thee re- 
And givest us such peace, [veres, 
That sweetly we anticipate [wait, 
The heav'nly bliss, for whieh we 
In thee rejoicing here below, 
Ev'n while in tears we sow: 

2 O form us all, while we remain 
On earth, unto thy praise! 
That each one fully may obtain 
Thy blessed aim, thro' grace: 
Till we in heav'n thy face shall 
May spirit, soul and body be [sec, 
Preserv'd by thee, till thy great 
Blameless, O Lord, we pray, [day, 



Cosclusiox. 
1000. T. 1j9. 

oIXG Hallelujah! praise the 
Sing with a cheerful voice; [Lord! 
Exalt our God with one accord, 
And in his name rejoice: 
Ne'er cease to sing, thou ransom'd 
host, [Ghost ! 

Praise Father, Son and Holy 
Until in realms of endless light 
Your praises shall unite. 

2 There we to all etcrnity 
Shall join th' angelic lays : 
And sing in perfect harmony 
To God our Saviour's praise : 
" He hath redeem'd us by his 
blood, [to'God; 

And made us kings and pi 
For us, for us the Lamb was slain." 
Praise ve the Lord! 
AMEN, 



SUPPLEMENT 



HYMN-BOOK 



THE USE OF THE PROTESTANT CHURCH 



UNITED BRETHREN. 



PUBLISHED IX 1801 



PHILADELPHIA: 

PftlSTO HI CoKRAD ZeSTXE*, Xo. 104, XoRTH SECOND StkJTT. 

1819. 



J. HIS collection, like the Hymn-Book of 1801, of 
which it is designed to be a continuation, consists 
partly of translations from the German, and partly of 
original English compositions. The former are mark- 
ed with an asterisk. 

Nearly the same order has been followed in the ar- 
rangement of the Hymns. 

An index, containing the first line of every verse, 
and a table of the tunes is subjoined. 

May our Saviour, Jesus Christ, lay his blessing 
on this publication, and render it subservient to the 
promotion of that liturgical spirit of singing and 
making melody unto the Lord, which has always pe- 
culiarly characterized the Congregations of the United 
Brethren ! 

Fairfield, June 1st, 1808. 



®mum$. 



<®£ 



PAGB. 

I. Of the Birth and Life of Christ . . . 299 

II. Of the Sufferings and Death of Christ . 302 

III. Of the Father. Son and Holy Ghost . . 306 

IV. Of Faith in Christ . . 309 

Y. Of Thankfulness for Christ's Birth and 

Death 311 

VI. Of Brotherly Love 313 

VII. Of following Christ 31* 

VIII. Of Self-knowledge 317 

IX. Of Sanctifieation 320 

X. Of Patience in Tribulation 9M 

XI. Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving . .326 

XII. Of Prayer aud Supplication 327 

XIII. Of the Church of Christ 330 

XIV. Of the Servants of Christ 333 

XV. Of the Spreading of Christ's Kingdom 

upon Earth . . . '. 336 

XVI. Hymns for solemn Occasions . . . . 340 

XVII. Of the Holy Communion 313 

XVIII. Of our Departure unto the Lord and the 

last Judgment 343 



SUPPLEMENT. 



I. Of the Birth and Life of Christ. 



1001.* T. 22. 

REJOICE, out nature Christ 
assumes, 

Born of a virgin, lo! he comes, 

God hath this birth for him or- 
dain' d, 

Adore and wonder ev'ry land. 

2 He left his bright, his glorious 
throne, 

He bow'd the heav'ns, to earth 
came down, [gan, 

And thus his wondrous race be- 
As God with God, and man with 
man. 

3 To save mankind from ruin, 
sent, [went, 

From God he came, to God he 
He stoop'd to death, and to the 

tomb, 
Ere he his glory did resume. 

4 Behold a great, a heav'nly light, 
From Bethle'm's manger shining 

bright, [dwell, 

Around those, who in darkness 
The night of evil to dispel. 

5 Incarnate God, exert thy pow'r, 
Arise, thou glorious Conqueror, 



Subdue sin, death, and ev'ry foe. 
Erect thy kingdom here beiow. 

1002.* T. 10. 

A HE Sun of grace is rising, 
Man with his beams rejoicing; 
He renders undone sinners 
Life's glorious heirs and winners. 

2 He, grace and truth revealing, 
With man takes up his dwelling, 
Assumeth, cloth'd in weakness, 

j Of sinful flesh, the likeness. 

3 What welcome shall I give thee, 
Or how shall I receive thee, 
Thou long predicted Saviour, 

In whom the lost find favor ? 

4 Accept our pray'rs and praises, 
O lovely infant Jesus, 

When at thy manger waiting, 
For mercy thee entreating. 

5 By all in earth and heaven, 
To God be glory given, 
Who, by compassion moved, 
Gave up his Son beloved. 

6 Here, of Christ's incarnation, 
And death, we make confession, 
There, shall bis love unbounded 
In nobler strains be sounded, 



300 



Of the Birth and Life of Christ. 



1003.* T. 83. 

TRULY that eventful day, 
When the God of our salvation 
Helpless in a manger lay, 
Of our bliss laid the foundation, 
Centuries had never gain'd 
What he then for man obtain'd. 

2 But why do tve Jesus see 
Thus assuming human nature? 
Ah ! 'twas done for me, for me, 
To redeem a wretched creature, 
Even me, yea, thousands more, 
Yet as mine, I him adore. 

3 Of such love what mortal can 
Fathom the unbounded ocean? 
God, the Holy One, loves man; 
Sink, my soul, in deep devotion ! 
First in love the plan he laid, 
And man in his image made. 

4 When this favor'd creature fell, 
Forfeiting his Lord's communion, 
And with Satan, sin and hell 
Formed a rebellious union, 

Still with love lost man he sought, 
And with blood and torments 
bought. 

5 Stronger far his love, than 
death ! [tion, 

Yea, before the world's founda- 
Ere first creatures drew their 

breath, 
Or the elements took station, 
Worms or seraphs had their place, 
Fixed stood his scheme of grace. 

6 Who would venture to explain, 
With what holy exultation 

He foretold his blood-boug'ht gain, 
What the heav'nly hosts' sensa- 
tion, 
When with joy and wonder mix'd, 
They beheld his purpose fix'd ? 

7 Scarce had Adam fall'n from 
grace, 

Ev'n in paradise insnared, 
When with parent's tenderness 
God his will to save declared; 



Should not such great mercy 

move 
All to praise, adore and love? 

8 See th' almighty God descend, 
At the time by him directed, 
Thirty years on earth to spend, 
As a man despis'd, rejected, 

As a victim to be slain, 
His love's purpose to obtain. 

9 What sure prophecies foretold,, 
And mysterious types depicted, 
Sacred covenants of old, 
Solemn promises predicted, 

All was made Amen and Yea, 
On that great eventful day. 

10 What shall I now give to thee? 
Take my heart as a thank-off 'ring; 
What hast thou not done for me, 
By that life of woe and suff'ring ? 
This restores far more than all 

1 had lost by Adam's fall. 

1004. T. 585. 

XiEAR, ye sinners, peace and 

pardon, 
Freely offer'd, glad receive; 
Nor your hearts yet longer harden, 
Hear his voice, and ye shall live; 
" To God glory in the highest, 
" On earth peace, good will to 

men ! " 

2 Meek and lowly see your Sa^ 
viour 

Meet returning prodigals ; 
He receives them into favor, 
Therefore come, 'tis God who 

calls : 
" Unto us a Son is given, 
" Unto us a Child is born." 

3 Now to Bethl'em we're invited, 
Or to Calv'ry, him to know, 
But ere long we shall be cited, 
When the trump of God shall 

blow, 
'Fore the presence of his glory, 
As the Judge of quick and dead. 

4 Then on clouds in glory seated, 
He'll pronounce their final doom. 



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301 



Who, while here, tho' oft entreat- 
ed, 
For Immanuel found no room. 
Gracious Savjour! since thou call- 
May not one of us refuse, [est, 

5 May we all once stand before 

thee, 
Giv'n unto thee without loss, 
As thy saints, who here adore 

thee, 
In the manger, on the cross ; 
" To God glory in the highest, 
M On earth peace, good will to 

men." 

1005. T, 585. 

PEACE on earth ! heav'n is pro- 
claiming, 

Peace, descending from above, 

Peace, good will, lost man re- 
claiming, 

Peace from God, God who is love! 

Peace in Jesus :||: Peace, that 
never shall remove. 

2 Glory to our great Creator, 
Glory in the highest strain, 
Glory to the Mediator, 
Both from angels and from men : 
To Immanuel :|: Praise and glory 
doth pertain. 

1006. T. 582. 

REJOICE in Jesus' birth, 
To us a Son is giv'n, 
To us a Child is born on earth, 
Who made both earth and heav'n. 

2 His arm supports the sky, 
The universe sustains ; [high, 
The God supreme, the Lord most 
The King Messiah reigns. 

3 His name, his nature soar 
Beyond the angels' ken, 

Yet, whom th' angelic hosts adore, 
He pleads the cause of men. 

4 Our Counsellor we praise, 
Our Advocate above, 

Who daily in his church displays 
His miracles of love. 

C 



5 Th' Almighty God is he, 
Author of life and bliss, 
The Father of eternity, 
The glorious Prince of peace. 

1007. T. 16, 

WELCOME, blessed, heav'nly 

Stranger, 
Holy Spirit, ope mine eyes, 
Lead me to my Saviour's manger, 
Show me where my Jesus lies. 

2 O most Mighty, O most Holy, 
Far above the seraphs' thought! 
Zion, view thy King, as lowly 
As inspired prophets taught. 

1008. T. 205. 

GRACIOUS Saviour, mov'd by 

love, 
Thou the lofty heav'n s didst bow, 
Thou didst leave thy throne above, 
With lost man to dwell below ; 
Here among us thou wilt be, 
We rejoice alone in thee, 
Here thy name we will record, 
O Immanuel, our Lord. 

1009. T. 159. 

TV ISDOM and pow'r to Christ 

belong, 
Who left his glorious throne, 
The new, the blessed gospel-song 
Is due to him alone; 
Join all on earth in Jesus' praise, 
Join with the highest seraphs* 

lays, 
To us, to us God's Son is giv'n, 
The Lord of earth and heav'n. 

1010.* T. 583. 

WHEN with the eye of faith I 

Jesus see, 
Array'd in feeble, frail humanity, 
As toiling, resting, sleeping, or 

awake, 
Deeply abas'd I own, 'twas for 

my sake. 



SOi 



Of the Sufferings and Death of Christ. 



1011.* T. 168. 

JJL AX of sorrows and acquainted 
With oar griefs, what shall we say: 
Xever language yet hath painted 
All the woes, that on thee lay: 
Had 1 seen thee cloth'd in weak- 
ness, 
Bearing" our reproach and sick- 
ness, 
To attend thee day and night 
Would have been my heart's de- 
light. 

2 O that to this heav'nly stranger 
1 had here my homage paid, 
From his first sigh in the manger, 
Till He cried : u% Tis finished .'" 
That first sigh had consecrated 
Me his own, and I had waited 
On him from his infancy, 
In a constant liturgy. 

3" Walking, speaking, in devotion, 
Tar to fields or forests stray 'd, 
1 had watched ev'ry motion, 
And my Lord my pattern made: 
More have angels ne'er desired, 
Than on him, or far retired, 
Or at home, awake, asleep, 
Fix'd, their wond'ring eyes to 
keep. 



4 Tell me, little flock beloved, 
Ye, on whom shone Jesus' face; 
What within your souls then 

moved, 
When ye felt his kind embrace? 

disciple, once most blessed, 
As a bosom friend caressed, 
Say, could e'er into thy mind 
Other objects entrance find? 

5 Ofttopray'r,bynight retreated, 
See him from all search with- 
drawn ; 

Tearful eyes, and sighs repeated 
Witnessed still the morning dawn; 
There, where he made interces- 
sion, 

1 hadpour'd forth my confession, 
And where for my sins he wept, 
Praying, I the watch had kept. 

6 Should I thus to thee have 
cleaved, 

'Midst thy poverty and woes, 
On thee, as my Lord, believed, 
Or perhaps have join'd thy foes } 
Ah! thy mercy I had spurned; 
But thyself my heart hast turned; 
Now thou know'st, beneath, a- 

bove, 
Nought compar'd with thee I love. 



II. Of the Sufferings and Death of Christ. 



1012. T. 16T. 

J ESUS, to thy garden lead us, 
To behold thy bloody sweat, 
Tho' thou from the curse hast 

freed us, 
Let us ne'er the cost forget; 
Be thy groans and cries rehearsed 
By thy spirit in our ears, [ed, 

Till we, viewing whom we pierc- 
Melt Tore thee in grateful tears. 

1013.* T. 99. 

X SMITE upon my guilty breast, 
And stand mvself the cause con- 



Of all my Saviour hath sustained; 
On Olivet and Golgotha 
Deeply abas'd I gaze with awe, 
There, there he bliss for me ob- 
tained! 

2 O that my sins might find their 
grave [to save, 

There, where my God, my soul 
In sweat and blood lay agonizing! 
1 weep, and feel both joy and pain; 
Saviour, till sight of thee I gain, 
May I this scene be oft revising! 

3 Behold, he sinks in death! 'tis 
done, [run, 

See drops of blood still trie 1 



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303 



From head and feet and hands 
extended; 

Mark that last groan! He bows 
his head! [fled, 

The tortur'd soul at length hath 

His heart-strings break! the con- 
flict's ended. 

4 Look up, my soul, by faith and 
see, 

His heart was pierc'd, was pierc'd 
for thee; [streamed! 

Thence blood and water freely 
Blood, to atone for heinous sin, 
Water, to wash the sinner clean ; 
Our debt is paid ; we are redeemed . 

5 Heart-piercing sight ! he bleeds, 

he dies, 
For guilty man a sacrifice, [eth ; 
The earth the sacred trust receiv- 
Soon shall he rise triumphantly, 
And then with shouts ascend on 

high, 
Where he to God for ever liveth. 

1014.* T. 124. 

JeSUS, till my latest breath, 

May I ponder 

On thy agony and death : 

As thou yonder 

Barest my sins' heavy load, 

Suflf'ring Saviour, 

Me regard in favor. 

2 Looking to Gethsemane, 
In that garden 

Both the guilt of sin I see, 

And its pardon; 

Mercy, truth and righteousness, 

Here combined, 

Alan's release have signed. 

3 Jesus, on thy dol'rous way 
I would meet thee : 

With what cruel mockery 

Sinners treat thee, 

While a crown of pointed thorns 

Meekly wearing, 

Thy sore temples tearing! 

4 From the cross look down at 
Blessed Saviour! [me, 



As at John, complacently ! 

Grant that favor, 

That I, by thy dying love, 

Be inspired, 

And with ardor fired. 

5 In thy hands and feet I see 
Tokens bloody 

Of thy love to worthless me ; 

From thy body 

Drops of blood successively 

Now are streaming-, 

All with blessings teeming. 

6 Jesus bows his head and dies ! 
Dark'ning heaven, 

Lo, the sun his beams denies, 

Rocks are riven ! 

While earth's pillars shake, I find 

In his passion 

Cause for exultation. 

7 Blood and water from his side 
Freely fioweth : 

Hence I'm fully certified, 
My heart knoweth 
That eternal life for me 
Was acquired 
When my Lord expired. 

8 Now to Joseph's tomb convey'tL 
He's interred, 

Be my members with him dead, 

With him buried; 

Here, here is my resting place, 

Here with Mary 

Weeping I will tarry. 

9 Yea, I give my heart to thee, 
Faithful Saviour ! 

Living, dying I will be 

Thine for ever ; 

From the tomb I once shall rise, 

Freed from weakness, 

In thy glorious likeness. 

1013.* T.22. 

JLvOUND Tabor heav'nly glories 

shone, 
But what on Olivet was done, 
What signaliz'd mount Calvary 
Calls forth my praise: — 't\vas 

done for me. 



304 



Of the Sufferings and Death of Christ 



1016. T. 166. 

W HEN I survey the wondrous 

cross, 
On which the prince of glory died, 
My richest gain I count but loss, 
And blush, ashamed of my pride; 
Forbid it, Lord, that I* should 

boast 
In aught besides my ransom price, 
All the vain things which charm'd 

me most 
For Christ I freely sacrifice. 

2 Behold the dying Lamb of God, 
And say, was grief like his e'er 

known } 
See from his wounds in streams 

of blood [down ; 

Sorrow and love flow mingled 
What can I offer, that's not thine? 
My thanks, O Lord, how short 

they fall! 
Love so amazing, so divine, 
Demands my soul, my life, my all. 

1017.* T. 120. 

W ITU grateful heart's sensa- 
At Jesus' feet I fall ; [tion 

Him with deep adoration 
My Lord and God I call, 
Since he sustained death for me, 
Procuring my redemption, 
Upon th' accursed tree. 

2 His stripes, whereby I'm healed, 
Are precious to my soul, 

His blood is now revealed, 
The balm to make me whole; 
His crv : " My God, my God, 

Ah '/why, 
" Why hast thou me forsaken?" 
To God now brings me nigh. 

3 In holy contemplation 
I day and night review 

The theme of Christ's salvation, 
And find it ever new; 
My pulse shall to his honor beat, 
And, till his blest appearing, 
Bach breath his praise repeat. 



4 Myself I now deliver 
Into his faithful hand, 
He will support me ever,. 
Till I before him stand; 
Till then I never can forget 
That his atoning passion 
Hath cancell'd all my debt. 

1018. T. 244. 

A HE slaughter'd Lamb, my Sa- 
Remains my sole delight, [viour, 
My fa v 'rite theme for ever, 
My object day and night ; 
The incense of his pray'rs. 
His cries and bitter tears, 
For me to God ascendeth, 
My plaintive cry he hears. 

2 With God my habitation 

Upon mount Calvary 

I'll fix without cessation : 

Here it is good to be ! 

Tims from my Saviour's death 

Deriving life by faith, 

Of heav'n I have a foretaste, 

Until my latest breath. 

1019.* T. 14. 

Whenever i my matchies> 

friend 
In spirit suff'ring see, 
Again those stripes I call to mind_> 
Which he endur'd for me. 

2 Thereby inflam'd, my heart 

doth burn 
In love to the Lamb slain, 
And grateful tears are the return 
1 make him for his pain. 

1020. T. 136. 

I WEEP for joy, 

And tender love's emotion, 

When I Christ's sufferings trace 
with deep devotion, 

From Olivet 

To Calv'ry's bloody brow; 

When him with scoffing multi- 
tudes surrounded, 

I view, from head to foot, for my 
transgressions wounded, 



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Ah! then it is my blest employ, 
To weep for joy. 

2 He died for me, 

For me became an off'ring, 

My sin-sick soul he healeth by 

his suff 'ring, 
His precious blood, 
For my redemption shed, 
An open fountain is for my trans- 
gression, 

1 in his sacred wounds, those 
pledges of salvation, 

Discover my election free. 
He died for me. 

1021.* T. 101, 

HERE am I blushing, weeping, 
A breeze of heav'nly bliss 
From Jesus' cross perceiving, 
Rejoicing that I'm his ; 
To him what shall I render, 
My grateful heart to show ? 
Did but my love more tender. 
More ardent for him glow! 

2 I was defil'd all over, 
Depraved and unclean ; 
His blood my guilt did cover, 
And wash'dmy soul from sin; 
The time I well remember, 
When fill'd with deepest awe, 
My name among the number, 
In the Lamb's book I saw. 

3 My Saviour's death and passion, 
His anguish, grief and pain, 
Until my consummation, 
My fav'rite theme remain ; 
Himself hath sanctified 
The grave, my resting place, 
And since for me he died, 
I shall lie down in peace. 

1022.* T. 168. 

JL HOU hast caneell'dmy trans 
gression, 
Jesus, by thy precious Mood, 
May I find therein salvation, 
Happiness and peace with God; 
And since thou, for sinners surf' 
ring, 

Cc 



On the cross wast made an off'- 
ring, 
From all sin deliver me, 
That I wholly thine may be. 

2 All the pain thou hast endured. 
All thy wounds, thy crown of 

thorn, [bored, 

Hands and feet, with nails thro'- 
The reproach, which thou hast 

borne ; 
Thy back, ploughed with deep 

furrows, [rows, 

Cross and grave, and all thy sor- 
Thy blood-sweat and agony, 
O Lord Jesus, comfort me! 

1023,* T. 36. 

JuAMB, for thy boundless love 

I praises offer, 
That love, which urg'd thee in 

my stead to suffer, 
While all the wrath, which I 

should have endured, 
On thee was poured. 

2 How highly is poor man by the« 
esteemed! 

Thou gav'st thyself, that "he 

might be redeemed, 
Take soul and body, Lord, as an 

oblation, 
For all thy passion. 

3 Thou richly dost deserve, that 
each pulsation 

Thy praises should express with- 
out cessation, 

And that each drop of blood be 
hallow' d ever, 

To thee, my Saviour. 



1024. T.^82. 

VV AS ever grief like thine, 
Jesus, thou man of woe ? 
The visage and the form divine, 
Why was it marred so? 
That man, by thee restor'd, 
God's image might regain, 
[ And by the sorrows of his Lord, 
In joys eternal reign 

2 



306 



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Of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 



1025.* T. 185. 



NTO Jesus' cross I'm now re- 
tiring, 

There my Saviour's pierced feet, 

(Dying* love a grateful sense in- 
spiring) 

Bath'd in tears I humbly greet; 

Might I never lose this blest im- 
pression, 

But in spirit fix my happy station 

On those heights so deal' to me, 

Golgotha, Gethsemane. 

2 Might thy dying look, dear 

surf 'ring Saviour, 
Which subdu'd my stubborn 

heart, 
Me engage, and rule my whole 

behaviour, 
Till I from this world depart; 
Thus my mortal body I shall 

cherish, [nourish, 

And as thine, with holy rev'rence 
Watchingj praying, that I now 
May into thine image grow. 

* With a mind, from earthly cares 

divested, 
Let me dwell by day and night, 
Where the body of my Saviour 

rested, 
Here I find supreme delight; 
Here 'tis good for me with par- 
don 'd Mary, 
At his sepulchre in faith to tarry, 
Thus in blessed fellowship 
With my Lord 1 wake and sleep. 



1026. T. 593. 

BELOVED, white and ruddy, 
Of thousands none so fair; 

1 with thy wounded body 
No beauty can compare; 
Here to thy care consigned, 
Within thy tomb enshrined, 
Might but my body lie j 

To thee my soul would fly. 

2 But while on earth I tarry, 
Wrapt in this mortal vest, 
Within thy sanctuary 

My troubled soul rinds rest. 
Admit no strange affections, 
But 'midst all imperfections, 
Might in my looks be sun, 
That I with God have been. 

3 In this sepulchral Eden, 
The tree of life I've found, 
Here is my treasure hidden, 
I tread on hallow'd ground; 
Ye sick, ye faint and weary, 
Howe'er your ailments vary, 
Creep hither and make sure 
Of a most perfect cure. 

4 Here lies in death's embraces 
My Bridegroom, Lord and God; 
With awe my soul retraces 

The bloody, dol'rous road, 
That leads to this last station; 
Here in sweet meditation 
I'll dwell by day and night, 
Till faith is chang'd to sight. 



III. Of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 



1027.* T. 58. 

GLOKY to the Father, 
Who in Christ Jesus, 
Doth as dear children own, and 
richly bless us, 

World without end. 

2 Glory unto Jesus, 
The man of sorrows, 



Who suffer'd, died, rose and re- 
vived for us, 

That we might live. 

3 Glory and obedience, 
To th' Holy Spirit, 
Who glorifies Christ Jesus, and 
his merit, 

To us applies. 



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307 



4 Lamb of God, once wounded 
For our salvation, 
Let all who breathe, proclaim 
thy bitter passion, 

For evermore. 

1028. T. 14. 

1 ILL God in human flesh I see, 
My thoughts no comfort find, 
The holy, just and sacred Three 
Fill with dismay my mind : 

2 But when Immanuel's face ap- 
pears, 
My hope, my joy begins, 
His name forbids my slavish fears, 
His grace removes my sins. 

1029. T. 590. 

F ATHER of angels and of men, 
Saviour, who us hast bought, 
Spirit, by whom we're born again, 
And sanctified and taught; 
Thy glory, holy Three in One, 
Thy people's song shall be, 
Long as the wheels of time shall 
And thro' eternity. [run, 

1030. T. 249. 

WlTH holy awe we cry, 
Glory :jj: to God on high; 
To the blest Trinity, 
Blessing and praise be ever giv'n, 
By all on earth and all in heav'n ; 
Amen, Hallelujah, 
Hallelujah, 
Amen, Hallelujah ! 

1031.* T. 58. 

LORD God, Abba Father, 
The whole creation 
With^us unites in praise and ador- 
ation, To thy great name. 

2 Unto thee we render 
Eternal praises, 

For having manifested in Christ 
Jesus Thy love to us. 



1032.* T. ±25. 

VJ UR Father, great and glorious, 
On heav'n's exalted throne, 
Thy kingdom prove victorious, 
That Jesus Christ, thy Son, 
May for his death and passion, 
From ev'ry tongue and nation, 
Receive a rich reward. 

1033.* T. 68. 

O ETERNAL Word, 
Jesus Christ, our Lord! 
While the hosts of heav'n adore 

thee, 
We with awe fall down before 

thee, 
And with rapture raise 
Songs of love and praise. 

2 God and man indeed, 

Comfort in all need, 

Thou becam'st a man of sorrows, 

To gain life eternal for us, 

By thy precious blood, 

Jesus, man and God. 

1034. T. 22. 

Li ORD Jesus, praise to thee be 

giv'n, 
Creator both of earth and heav'n, 
Who wast from everlasting Lord, 
And art as God and man ador'd. 

2 Praise be to thee in Christendom 
Who wast, who art, and art to 

come, [tongues, 

Thy lauds shall dwell upon our 
All saints and angels join our 

songs. 

3 Thy incarnation claims our 
praise, [grace, 

We thank thee for thy boundless 
We love thee, since thou man wast 

made, 
And hast as man our ransom paid. 

4 Receive our thanks, O Lamb of 
God, [blood; 

W r ho hast redeem 'd us by thy 



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Of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 



mankind thy name I Shed'st the love of God abroad, 
I, in Christ, a creature new, 
I, ev'n I, am born of God. 



Might all 

adore, 
For thy atonement evermore. 



1035.* T. 22. 

vx OD Holy Ghost, how glorious- 
In Christ's redeemed property [ly, 
Is thy almighty pow'r display'd, 
The same that earth and heaven 
made. 

2 When thou thy unction dost 
impart, [heart, 

And breath's t new life into the 
A^ien thy all-penetrating light 
Dispels the thickest gloom of 
night. 

3 When thou revealest Christ to 
us, [cross, 

And guid'st our eyes unto his 
Thy pow'r divine both far and 

near 
In countless wonders doth appear. 

1036. T. 341. 

Jl HOUpromis'd Comforter, 
Fruit of the Saviour's pray'r, 
Thee the world cannot receive, 
Thee they neither know nor see, 
Dead is all the life they live, 
Dark their light, while void of 
thee. 

2 Yet I partake thy grace, 
Thro' Christ, my righteousness, 
Mine the gifts thou dost impart, 
Mine the unction from above, 
Pardon written on my heart, 
Light and life and joy and love. 

3 Thee I exult to feel, 
Thou in my heart dost dwell, 
There thou bear'st thy witness 

true, 



4 Thy gifts, blest Comforter, 
1 glory to declare, 

Sweetly sure of grace I am, 
Pardon to my soul applied, 
Int'rest in the spotless Lamb, 
Dead for all, for me he died. 

5 Thou art thyself the seal, 
I more than pardon feel, 
Peace, unutterable peace, 
Joy, that ages ne'er can move, 
Faith's assurance, hope's increase, 
All the confidence of love. 

6 Pledg-e of the promise giv'n, 
My antepast of heav'n, 
Earnest thou of joys divine, 
Joys divine on me bestow'd, 
Heav'n and Christ and All is 

mine, 
I'm through thee an heir of God. 

7 Thou art my inward guide, 
1 ask no help beside; 

Holy Ghost, on thee I call, 
Weak as helpless infancy : 
Weak I am, yet cannot fall, 
Stay'd by faith, and led by thee. 

1037.* T. ±55. 

1 RAISE the Spirit's mighty 
work, 

For he proves himself most glo- 
rious, 

And victorious, 

Puling by his influence 

Heart and sense: 

Doth he not from Jesus' merit, 

Truth and comfort, life and spirit, 

Grace and health to us dispense? 



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IV. Of Faith in Christ. 



1038.* T. 167. 

Jlrf RE we know our lost condi- 
tion, 
Ere we feel our inbred woe, 
And exclaim, with deep contrition, 
" To be sav'd, what must I do ?" 
Nought can yield true consolation, 
Vain is all our righteousness ; 
Faith alone in Christ's oblation 
Gives the conscience rest and 
peace. 

2 Living faith, with clearest vis- 
ion, 
Sees the Lamb upon the throne, 
And in him a full provision, 
Righteousness andpeace, our own: 
Then our days are mark'd with 

blessing. 
Then our hearts with rapture 

glow; 
Streams of comfort, rich, unceas- 

From the wounds of Jesus flow. 

1039. T. 167. 

A. S the serpent, rais'd by Moses, 
HeaPd the fiery serpent's bite, 
Jesus thus himself discloses 
To the wounded sinner's sight; 
Hear his gracious invitation : 
" I have life and peace to give; 
" I have wrought out full salva- 
tion, 
" Sinner, look to me and live." 

2 Dearest Saviour, we adore thee 
For thy precious life and death, 
Melt each stubborn heart before 

thee, 
Give us all the eye of faith : 
From the law's condemning sen- 
tence 
To thy mercy we appeal : 
Thou alone canst give repentance, 
Thou alone our souls canst heal. 



1040.* T. 121. 

A HE Lamb of God was slain, 
Salvation to obtain; 
No sinner need to die, 
Those only who disdain 
His grace, in ruin lie, 
Since they will not flee 
To the treasury 
Of his mercy free. 

2 His people now confess 
With joy unto his praise : 
" Tho' we by one man fell, 
" By whose unrighteousness, 
" We all are sinners still; 
" Yet thro' the Lamb slahv 
" Thro' his toil and pain 
" We true life obtain." 

1041.* T. 22. 

\S HEN shall I gain the glorious 

dress, 
Prepar'd to clothe my nakedness? 
I need it, Lord, without that vest 

1 cannot be a wedding guest. 

2 Thank God! the glorious work 
is done, 

1 put my God and Saviour on, 
The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost 
Declare, 1 never shall be lost. 

3 When Christ our life shall once 
appear, 

It will be manifest and clear, 
That his atoning blood from sin 
Hath wash'd and kept our gar- 
ments clean. 

1042.* T. 4. 

DEAR Lord, when I trace 
Thy mercy and grace, 
Upon me bestow' d, 
'Fore thee with abasement I sink, 
deeply bow'd. 

2 How blind have I been, 
A vile slave of sin, 



810 



Of Faith in Christ. 



Till thy gospel-light 
Arous'd me from death, yet I 
knew it not right. 

3 Myself I could feel 
Deserving of hell, 
And such was my case, 

As if I too one of Christ's mur- 
derers was. 

4 Then whisper'd the foe, 
Still plotting our woe, 

" To sin, death, and me 
"A slave thou yet art, and for 
ever shalt be." 

5 For refuge I fled 
To Jesus, and pray'd : 

" Dear Saviour, thy will 
" And purpose of grace in me, 
sinner, fulfil!" 

6 To me he drew near, 
His voice I could hear: 

" Come, sinful and base, 
" Receive, tho' unworthy, my 
pardon and grace." 

7 Behold, Lord, how we 
Most gladly would be 
Made clean by thy blood, 

The robe of thy righteousness 
deck us, O God. 

8 Altho' we arc vile, 
Yet are we thy spoil, 
Since we can by faith 

Joy in the atonement, wrought 
out by thy death. 

9 All they who believe 
And in Jesus live, 
Obtain free access 

Thro' nim, our High-Priest, to 
the most holy place. 



10 Lord Jesus, to thee 
We all bow the knee, 
At thy feet we fill, 
Accept of our homage, for thou 
art our all. 



1043. T. 14. 

1 HOU Friend of sinners, hear 
my cry, 
And grant me my request, 
May I in thy atonement find 
My everlasting rest. 

2 May 1 no more resist thy lore, 
No more thy Spirit grieve, 

But as a little child become, 
And simply thee believe. 

3 Faith is thy gift, thou slaugh- 
ter'd Lamb, 

Gain'd by thy death for me, 
Therefore the privilege I claim, 
A child of God to be. 

4 Impress this truth upon my 
breast, 

That thou for me hast died, 
That I in thee with confidence 
For ever may abide. 

1044. T. 96. 

A TO my CJod am reconcil'd, 
With joy his pard'ning voice I 

hear, 
He owns me his adopted child, 
His love forbids all anxious fear; 
With confidence I now draw nigh, 
And Abba! Abba Father! civ. 



[ 311 ] 



V. Of Thankfulness for Christ's Birth and JDcalh. 



1043.* T. 147. 

I.MPRESS'd with filial fear, 
A breeze divine perceivings 
Its influence receiving*, 
With awe we thee revere ; 
Our eyes with tears o'ernowing*, 
Our souls devoutly glowing", 
That thought absorbs us now : 
" Thou, Jesus, only thou!" 

2 Who can thy kindness prove, 
Or know thy great salvation, 
And not with exultation 
Confess, that God is love r 
Thou Messenger anointed, 
The Lamb, by God appointed, 
By all in earth and heav'n, 
To thee be praises giv'n. 

1046.* T. 126. 

A O earth no longer cleaving, 

1 look to Jesus' cross, 

All this world's trifles leaving, 
For him count all things loss, 
Who underwent such racking 

pain, 
Distress of soul, and anguish, 
Vile sinners to reg-ain. 

2 I'm lost in deepest wonder, 
When I am led to trace 

His dying* love, and ponder 
On his amazing- grace, 
How he, by giving- up his breath, 
Procur'd life and salvation 
For rebels doom'd to death. 

3 Grace thro' the blood of Jesus, 
The contrite soul's delight ! [us, 
Nought else on earth could ease 
Should we of this lose sight, 
And could we not, thro' mercy 

free, 
Our worthless names engTaven 
In Jesus' nail-prints see. 

4 O were his death impressed 
On us indeliblv! 



Our lot would be most blessed ; 
How can we happier be, [part 
Than when his rod and staff im- 
Truejoy and consolation 
Unto the needy heart r 

1047.* T.126. 

WHAT complete salvation 
In Jesus I possess ! 

In his atoning" passion 

1 find true happiness ; 

I'm now content on earth to live, 
Since to my unseen Saviour, 
Thro' grace by faith, I cleave. 

2 In him I can completeiy 
Rejoice, ev'n when in pain, 
And would aught dissipate me. 
He leads me back ag"ain ; 

By him protected, I'm secure 
From ev'ry dart of Satan. 
From ev'ry thought impure. 

3 Nought but my Saviour's tor- 
ment 

From sin can set me free, 

And make the world's enjoyment 

A state abhorr'd by me ; 

Yea, it would wound me to the 

heart, 
Should I for that still hanker, 
Which caus'dhimso much smart. 

4 O Lamb of God tormented! 
Thy pain and anguish sore 
JIuvc- me to thee cemented, 
And bound ^or evermore; 
Whoe'er relies thereon alone, 
Will safely be conducted, 
Until his race is run. 

5 I trust in Jesus' merit. 
My life flows from his death, 
And doth his Holy Spirit 
Before the eye of faith 

My crucified Redeemer paint, 
I am thro' grace established 
Firm in his covenant. 



313 Of Thankfulness for Christ's Birth and Death. 



1048.* T. 185. 

IF to me experience had not 

proved, 
What surpasseth human thought, 
That my Saviour, by compassion 

moved, 
With his blood my par don bought, 

1 had spent my days in anxious 
grieving-, [lieving 

But, to him be thanks, 1 now be- 
ln my Lord, by faith receive 
Comforts, which the world can't 
give. 

2 O what blessings are from Je- 
sus' passion 

And atoning death derived ! 

1 refuse all other consolation, 
If of these I am depriv'd, 

But no sooner doth his blood be- 
dew me, [me, 
And impart its healing virtue to 
Than my soul, tho' sunk in grief, 
Is restor'd, and finds relief. 

3 When my Jesus from the cross 
complacent 

Casts on me a look of love, 
Grateful tears flow down my 

cheeks incessant, 
All my soft affections move ; 
Could" I with a mind from earth 

divested, [ed, 

By the cares of tins life unmolest- 
Be engag'd with him alone, 
Then were heav'n on earth begun. 

1019.* T. 10. 

JlXEAR, while I am revealing 
The kind and gracious dealing 
Of my benign Creator 
With me a worthless creature. 

2 By faith to Jesus cleaving, 
And in his wounds believing, 
Like Thomas I can trace him, 
And as my Lord confess him. 

With grateful heart's sensation 

1 own, that when his passion, 
His cross and death are named, 
My soul is then inflamed. 



4 From death to life he raised 
My soul — his name be praised, 
Now I'm regenerated, 

And all is new-created. 

5 The eye of faith he giveth, 
Which seeth him and liveth, 
An ear, to hear with pleasure 
His word, that sacred treasure. 

6 He graciously conducts me, 
The Holy Ghost instructs me, 
To understand more fully 

His mind, and know him truly. 

7 From Jesus' blood and merit 
I gain new life and spirit, - 
Forgiveness, grace, salvation, 
Strength, joy and consolation. 

8 My spirit him embraces, 
He all my wants redresses, 

1 in his love's fruition 
Am happy without vision. 

9 Am I, of him possessed, 
Already here so blessed, 
What joys shall I be tasting, 
When in his presence resting'. 

10 While, lost in deepest wonder, 
On my blest lot I ponder, 
Tears down my cheeks are steal- 
ing 

These best declare my feeling. 

1050.* T. 205. 

A.LL the bliss which we possess, 
Is deriv'd from Jesus' cross. 
He to God hath by his blood 
Reconcil'd and saved us; 
Xow his righteousness is found 
Our salvation's only ground, 
Hence all our felicity 
Springs here and eternally. 

2 Amen, yea, Hallelujah! 
Lord, our comfort, joy and peace, 
By thy cross thou gain'dst for us 
Everlasting happiness ! 

Since th' effects we richly prove 
Of this wondrous act of love, 
With what gratitude should we 
Raise our hearts and eyes to thee! 



Of Brotherly Love. 



313 



1031.* T. 



PllAISE be to Christ! for us he 

viet'ry gain'd, 
In judgment he our cause by right 

obtain' d, 
We are his thro' mercy : to him 

our Saviour 
We'll humbly cleave, till we shall 

have the favor 

To see his face. 

2 While saints in glory praise 
their heav'nly King-, 

Let his church militant thanks- 
givings bring, 

Since 'tis solely owing to Jesus' 
passion, 

That no believer needs a separa- 
tion 

From God to fear. 

3 Thy saving name be hallow'd 
evermore, 

Lord Jesus, let thy kingdom come 
with pow'r: 



Might all nations render to thee 

the glory, 
Since not one sinner is despis'd 

before thee, Saviour of all. 

ioj2. T. ier. 

L RAISE for ev'ry scene distress- 

Praise for all thou didst endure, 
Praise for ev'ry gift and blessing-, 
Which thy griefs for us procure; 
In thy ransom' d congregation 
Shall thy death our theme remain, 
Till thou com'st with full salva- 
tion, 
Lord of glory, Lamb once slain, 

10j3.* T. 146. 

ALIGHT with an iron pen 
This truth divine be graven, 
That Jesus Christ was slain. 
To gain for sinners heaven; 
Unwearied we prolong 
And joyfully repeat 
The blessed gospel-song; 
'Tis ever new and sweet. 



VI. Of Brotherly Love. 



1034.* T. 383. 

.HOW good and pleasant is it 

to behold 
The favor 'd sheep of our good 

Shepherd's fold, 
By grace upheld, in love and 

knowledge grow, 
Each sharing in the other's weal 

and woe, 

2 Fulness of grace in him, our 

Head, abounds, 
Hence ev'ry blessing to his church 

redounds ; 
He dwells among us and his 

Sp hit's light 
To love each other teacheth us 

aright. 

D 



3 The word of God like plenteous 
rain descends, ^attends, 

And fructifying pow'r its course 

Unto our souls it richest food 

supplies, [wise. 

And to salvation makes us truly 

4 If love unfeign'd we in our ac- 
tions show, [will bestow, 

The God of peace his blessing 

O Lord, preserve thy church for 

Jesus' sake, [undertake! 

And bless what in thy name we 

1055.* T. 167. 

GRANT, Lord, that with thy 

direction : 
" Love each other !" we complv, 
d 



Jli 



Of following Christ. 



Aiming* with unfeign'd affection 

Thy love to exemplify: 

Let our mutual love be glowing, 

Thus it will to all appear, 

That we, as on one stem growing, 

In thee living branches are. 

2 Oh! that such might be our 

union, 
As thine with the Father is, 
And not one of our communion 
Might forsake the path of bliss! 
May our light 'fore men with 

brightness 
From thy light reflected shine, 
Thus the world will bear us wit- 
ness, 
That we, Lord, are truly thine. 

1036. T. 79. 

DEAR Lord, my soul desireth, 
En all thy word requireth, 
By works t' adorn thy grace; 
O might my conversation 
Display on each occasion 
That holy mind, which in thee was. 

2 The tent to me allotted, 
In honor and unspotted, 

111 cherish and respect; 
But if of me required, 
Then, by thy love inspired, 
Comfort and ease for thee neglect. 

3 May I esteem my neighbors, 
Fair qualities or labors 

Of their's retain in mind; 
Yea, be myself their servant, 



Thro* unbid impulse fervent, 
As tho' some contract me did 
bind. 

4 In my degree and measure 
To aid men be my pleasure, 
To edify, my care ; 
Since thou art ever ready, 
Friend of the poor and needy, 
All the disconsolate to cheer. 

1057.* T. 124. 

\y HEN the true believer's mind 
Grace o'erfloweth, 
Then all labor doth succeed, 
No hurt groweth ; 
Pilgrims traveling Zion-ward, 
Cheer each other, 
Each stirs up his brother. 
2 By Christ's dying love con- 

s train 'd, 
None can ever 

Ilim to serve a burden deem, 
But a favor; 

Looking unto Christ, what else 
Were distressing 
Will become a blessing. 

1058. T. 39. 

>» HAT brought us together? 
what joined our hearts? 

The pardon, which Jesus, our 
High-Priest, imparts: 

'Tis this, which cements the dis- 
ciples of Christ, 

Who are into one, by the Spirit 
baptiz'd. 



VII. Of following Christ. 



1039.* T. 83. 

\* HEN in Jesus' nail-prints 

blest, 
AVe behold our grace-election, 
When in his sweet peace we rest, 
Shelter'd under his protection, 
We, with joy to him resign'd, 
Serve him with a willing mind. 



2 Would we inward peace enjoy, 
We must first be poor in spirit, 
At the feet of Jesus lie, 
Trusting only in his merit, 
Then our kind and loving Lord 
Will to us his strength afford. 

3 None from God too distant are, 
None too sinful,none too wretched, 



Of following Christ. 



315 



But they may his mercy share, 
For his arms arestill outstretched, 
Yet we must, while we apply, 
Lay all self-dependence by. 

4 In this humble, happy frame, 
And from grace to grace pro- 
ceeding-, 
We press forward in his name, 
And have cause to bless his lead- 
ing-; 
Cheered by his looks of grace, 
We run our appointed race. 

1060.* T. 11. 

O MY soul, mark ev'ry word 
Of thy kind and gracious Lord, 
When he calls, without delay, 
Willingly his call obey. 

2 When he beckons, haste along, 
In his pow'r divine be strong, 
Should he e'er thy work commend, 
Lowly at his footstool bend. 

3 Hath he aught to say to thee, 
An attentive scholar be. 

Doth he chasten thee, as son, 
*' 'Tis deserved!" humbly own. 

1061.* T. 166. 

T HRICE happy I esteem my lot, 
To feel true spirit's poverty, 
This portion from the Lord I've 

got, 
It yields content and peace to me : 
He gave me this inheritance, 
My soul's salvation to advance; 
To him eternal thanks and praise 
Be render'd for my call of grace. 

2 O how exceeding rich and great 
The grace of Jesus Christ appears! 
He left his heav'nly Father's seat, 
To share our sorrows, griefs and 

tears j 
No worldly pomp or dignity 
The sons of men in him could see, 
When they th' Eternal Word be- 
held, 
His Godhead in our nature veil'd. 



3 For us from heav'nly realms 
exil'd, 

A life of pain and woe he led, 
By sinners mocked andrevil'd, 
He freely sufTer'd in our stead ; 
That he those, who in him believe, 
Might as his property receive, 
Since by his anguish, death and 

blood 
He reconcil'd us unto God. 

4 Yea, the world's Saviour, Je- 
sus Christ, 

Th' eternal Son of God became 
A man rejected and despis'd, 
An object of contempt and shame: 
The Maker of creation's sphere 
Did in an abject state appeal-, 
That by his poverty the poor 
Might be enriched evermore. 

5 While here on earth, no place 
he had 

Where he his weary head could lay, 
Oft hungry, thirsty, spent an d sad, 
He learnt by suff'ring to obey; 
His meat and drink was to fulfil 
His heav'nly Father's holy will, 
And to seek out the sons of woe, 
That he to them might kindness 
show. 

6 Say, O thou love's eternal 
Source, 

What prompted thee this step to 

take ? 
Compassion was the mighty force, 
O'er sinful man thy heart did 

break ; 
Uncall'd thou cam'st to set him 

free 
From sin, from curse and misery, 
Yea, to enrich and crown his days 
With thy salvation, joy andgrace. 

7 My body, mind and soul com- 
bine, 

To laud and magnify the Lord, 
My Shepherd and my Guide di- 
vine, 
Who leads me by his holy word, 
Preserves me in the narrow way, 
Works wonders for me day by day, 



316 



Of following Christ* 



Whose staff to comfort never fails, 
When any trial me assails. 

8 Xought can such pleasure yield 
tome, 

While in this vale of tears I stay, 
As that his glory I shall see, 
And live with him in endless day; 
Ev'n here of everlasting- rest, 
I of a foretaste am possess'd, 
While in sweet union 1 abide, 
With him and with his chosen 
bride. 

9 Most gladly 1 to others leave 
Their worldly treasure, pomp and 

fame, 
Since of Christ's fulness I receive, 

1 glory only in his name; 

In his reproach I freely share, 
Who for my sake the cross did 

bear, 
And joy in shame and poverty, 
Since Jesus poor became for me. 

1062.* T. 14. 

vxLORY to God, whose witness- 
train, 
Those heroes, bold in faith, 
Could smile on poverty and pain, 
And triumph, ev'n in death. 

2 Scorn' d and revil'd as was their 
Head, 

When walking* here below, 
Thus in this evil world they led 
A life replete with woe. 

3 With the same faith our bosom 
glows, 

"Wherein these warriors stood, 
When in the cruel gripe of those, 
Who thirsted for their blood. 

4 God, whom we serve, our God 
can save, 

And damp the scorching flame, 
Can build an ark, or smooth a 

wave, 
For such as fear his name. 

5 Yea, should it ev'n to man ap- 
At times, as tho' our Lord [pear 



j Forsook his chosen people here, 
At last he'll help afford. 

6 If but his arm support us still, 
Is but his joy our strength, 
We shall ascend the rugged hill, 
And conqu'rors prove at length. 

1063.* T. 11. 

B ISE, ye foll'wers of the Lamb, 
Serve him midst reproach and 

shame, 
His example keep in view, 
And the narrow path pursue. 

2 O all-wise, sublime decree! 
He assum'd humanity, 

Liv'd on earth despis'd and poor, 
Died, salvation to procure. 

3 See his faithful witness-train, 
They endur'd the cross and pain; 
(Men, the world deserved not) 
Hard and cheerless was their lot. 

4 Should we not rejoice to see 
Our names in heav'n's registry, 
With the names of those enroll'd, 
Who shall reap an hundred-fold. 

1061.* T. 16. 

IN that glorious vest arrayed, 
Wherein we 'fore God can stand, 
We will Jesus undismayed 
Follow, joining heart and hand. 

2 If our lives for him we venture, 
And depending on his grace, 

On the hardest trials enter, 
This gives courage and success. 

3 Of our lives we will be careful, 
While reserved for his use, 
But, when he demands, unf earful, 
Wealth and life for Jesus lose. 

1065.* T. 79. 

As thy will, O my Saviour, 

Unto thy Father's ever 

Was subject and resign'd, 

Grant, that in deep subjection, 

To follow thy direction 

I may be cheerfully inclin'd. 



Of Self-knowledge. 
1066.* T. 14. 



317 



O MAY we, Saviour, step for 
Bear thee sweet company, [step 
Thus will, what e'er we undertake, 
An act of worship be. 

1067.* T. 107. 

A O belong to Christ our Saviour, 
Christian, what doth this imply? 
Constantly to seek his favor, 
Ever watching" faithfully ; 
To implore his kind direction, 
Day by day, in all we do, 



To confide in his protection, 
Freed from ev'ry earthly view. 

1068.* T. 155. 

A MEN, yea, Head of thy church, 

Grant, we pray, this our petition, 

In submission 

To thy will, with steady pace, 

In thy ways 

To proceed : if thou attend us, 

Cross or shame shall not offend 

us, 
Thee we boldly will confess. 



YIII. Of Self-knowledge. 



1069.* T. 22. 

A O God our Saviour let us pray, 
That he would fashion us like clay, 
His mind into our hearts infuse, 
And teach us all his blessed views. 

2 Detach'd from ev'ry earthly 
thing-, [King 1 ; 

O might we cleave to Christ our 

Might our whole walk resemble 
his, 

And witness, where our treasure is . 

1070.* T. 22S. 

-A- LAS! we're sinful, vile and 

base, 
Yet freely justified by graces 
A myst'ry this, concealed 
From all, but those, who gladly 

own : 
" " This truth to me had ne'er been 

known, 
" By flesh and blood revealed; 
" O no — I owe 

" My experience — And assurance 
" Of salvation 
" To the Spirit's operation." 

2 Whoe'er himself of sinners chief 
Esteems and bur den' d seeks relief 
From the reproach he feareth, 
The evil knows, which in him lies, 
I) 



However hidden from man's eyes 
It fair and good appeareth, 
Mourning — Turning [som, 

To the Victim — For man's ran- 
Finds exemption 

From sin's yoke and full redemp- 
tion. 

3 Now guilty blushes him o'er- 
spread, 

Again, like John, he falls as dead, 

Before Jehovah Jesus, 

And worships him with humble 
fear, 

'Fore whom, when they to him 
draw near, 

The angels veil their faces : 

"Ah! why— do I;" 

Saith the sinner—" From my Sa- 
viour 

" Life inherit? 

" 'Tis all owing to his merit." 

4 He, who in Jesus' death believes, 
From thence all righteousness re- 
ceives, 

And all sanctification : 
Tho'stripp'd of ev'ry self-made 

good, 
Is, by the virtue of his blood, 
Freed from sin's condemnation ; 
Its voice — Still cries 
In his favor, — Christ, our Saviour, 
d 2 



J18 



Of Self-knowledge. 



For him pleadeth, 

This is all the plea he needeth. 

5 But why is not my wav'ring 
mind 

At all times willingly inclin'd, 
To live to my Lord's pleasure ; 
Why is not the new creature seen 
In thought, in action, word and 

mien, 
In its full stature's measure? 

I — Must sigh, 

Until fully — Render'd holy 
By his merit, 

1 with him become one spirit. 

6 Yet hark! the Bridegroom's 
voice I hear, 

He whispers in my list'ning ear, 

That he my suit approveth; 

He, who unto himself, his bride, 

The church, betrothed when he 
died, 

Me, needy sinner, loveth: 

Thus he — Cheers me: 

•'I to gladness — Turn thy sad- 
ness;" 

Here is weeping, 

Once in joy we shall be reaping. 

1071. T. 37. 

1 HEY that are whole, need not 
The good physician, 
But they who know and feel 
Their lost condition, 
Bewail their wretched state, 
To Christ appealing, 
Experience of his stripes 
The virtue healing. 

2 We know, that in our flesh 
No good thing dwelleth, 
But with ne'er failing skill 
Our wounds he healeth ; 
Thus spirit, body, soul, 
Tho' poor and needy, 

Can, to rejoice in him, 
Be ever ready. 

1072. T. 139. 

H CSV needful, strictly to inquire 
And ask our hearts each day, 



" Doth Jesus' love me still inspire, 
" My thoughts and actions sway? 
" Am I a branch in Christ thevine? 
u Am 1 his own, and is he mine? 
" Do I by faith unto him cleave, 
" And to his honor liver* 5 

2 The Spirit's witness, full and 

clear, 
Will state the real case, 
And either draw a contrite tear, 
Or thanks unfeigned raise; 
Hence will the consequence ensue, 
That the full purpose we renew, 
To run in faith th' appointed race, 
Till we shall see his face. 

1073.* T. 167. 

Faithful souls, with real 

blessing, 
Celebrate their natal day, [ing? 
Asking: " Are we onward press- 
" What may Jesus have to say I 
" Are the ways of sin unpleasant? 
" Do we hold our Saviour fast ? 
" Are we more like him at present, 
" Than we were in seasons past?" 

2 Great defects are still revealed; 
Short we fall of his blest aim j 
Then the conscious soul is filled 
With a deep, but wholesome 

shame; 
Earnest to improve the morrow, 
We our yesterday review, 
AYhile the tear of godly sorrow 
Saddens, but enlivens too. 

3 Jesus, for thy faithful leading 
In times past, we humbly raise 
Our thanksgiving, thus proceed- 
ing 

Onward in the path of grace; 
While another year we enter, 
We renew our vows of love, 
All for thee resolv'dto venture. 
Our benign conductor prove! 

1074. T. It. 

XHEY, who know our Lord in- 
deed, 
Find in him a friend in need, 



Of Self-knowledc-e. 



319 



And behold in Jesus' face, 
Nought but mercy, truth and 
grace. 

2 They can cast by faith their 
care 

On that Lord, who hearethpray'r, 
And when they to him draw nigh, 
He doth all their wants supply. 

3 They who him, their Saviour 
know, 

Lowly at his footstool bow ; 
They, to whom his name is dear, 
Greatly to offend him fear. 

4 But this very fear is sweet, 
While abased at his feet, 

He with gentle voice doth chide 
Their unfaithfulness and pride. 

5 O how wond'rous is his love 
To all, who his goodness prove, 
Deep abasement, heav'nlyjoy, 
Their alternate thoughts employ. 

6 Wonders without end we see, 
Countless mercies, great and free; 
Lord, accept our thanks and praise 
For thy goodness, truth and grace. 

1075. T. 14. 

\\ HO saith he's poor, nor feels 

within 
With deepest shame his need, 
Convicted on account of sin, 
He is not poor indeed. 

2 But he, who knows himself 
Is ready to confess, [aright, 
Instructed by the Spirit's light, 
His utter helplessness. 

3 How greatly he forgiveness 
wants 

In Jesus' blood, he knows, 
With inward spirit's ardor pants, 
In him to find repose. 

4 Who is so full of tenderness, 
And patience, as thou, Lord ? 
But I must own with shame, alas! 
I oft transgress thy word. 



5 Oh! from my heart, God Holy 

Ghost, 
This suit I make to thee: 
Show me how much my ransom 

cost, 
How great my poverty. 

1076.* T. 22. 

O LORD, 'fore thee abas'd I fall, 
And on thy name for mercy call, 
The faults indeed are numberless, 
Which humbly I to thee confess. 

2 I give myself to thee anew, 
My soul and body are thy due, 
Form me into thy likeness here, 
By means, or gentle, or severe. 

3 Grant, that I may henceforth 
to thee 

More faithful and obedient be, 
O may thy blood and righteous- 
ness 
My beauty be, my glorious dress, 

1077. T. 36. 

X HY love unchanging is our 

consolation. 
Thy patience and long suff'ring 

our salvation, 
O thou our yesterday, to-day and 

ever 
Most faithful Saviour. 

2 Thy purposes of love remain 
unshaken, 

Tho' we, alas ! our vows have oft 

forsaken, 
Forgive, bear with us, grant us 

thy direction, 
And kind protection. 

3 As a thick cloud let all our 
sins be blotted 

Out of thy book, that nothing 

past be noted, 
As children, chasten us when we 

are failing, 
Heal us, when ailing. 



320 



Of Sanctification. 



1078.* T. 159. 

JL HO' thou art not displeas'd, 

O Lord, 
Yet if our ways we search, 
Whether we joy to thee afford, 
And edify thy church, 
Directing ev'ry thought and aim 
Unto the honor of thy name, 
Then our defects so great appear, 
We drop a contrite tear. 

1079.* T. 96. 

J\ O longer to behold the tree, 
Where Christ our guilt and curse 

did bear, 
No longer him by faith to see, 
Nor feel him to our spirit near, 
This fills the soul with bitter 

smart, 
Yes, God knows this, who knows 

the heart. 



1080.* T. 23. 

J AM needy, yet forgiven, 
With thy blood my heart enliven, 
Give me, Jesus, of thy passion 
An abiding, deep impression. 

2 With new grace, dear Lord, 

array me, 
Into new degrees convey me, 
For thy service make me ready, 
Sanctify both soul and body. 

1081.* T. 22. 

A.LTIIO' my deep depravity 
Oft causeth me to mourn and sigh, 
My hope, to prosper for the Lord, 
Doth heart-felt joy to me afford. 

2 Till to that happy fold I'm led, 
Which with celestial joys is fed, 
And of life's fountain drinks a- 

bove, 
In endless bliss and perfect love. 



IX. Of Sanctijication. 



1082.* T. 200. 

1 O thee, O Lord, I send my 

cries, 
O let them rise to heaven ; 
To all my pray'rs, my tears and 

sighs 
A gracious ear be given ; 
Thy blessed word be my support, 
May I, in thee believing, 
To thee cleaving, 
By faith be purified, 
From thee true life receiving. 

2 Let neither lust nor fear prevail, 
To draw me from my duty, 
By aiding grace I shall not fail 
To walk in holy beauty; 
For who hath aught, but what is 

giv'n ? 
Such favor none can merit, 
But thy Spirit, 

Our guide to life and heav'n, 
Can graciously confer it. 



1083.* T. 151. 

ixENTLE is the coercion 
Of Jesus' pow'r and love, 
Without it my exertion 
Must unavailing prove; 
Humbled in heart and broken, 
To Christ for strength I flee; 
"My grace:" himself hath 

spoken : 
" Sufficient is for thee." 

2 Ifask'd: "Hast thou already 
" In grace such progress made, 
" As with steps firm and steady 
" Th' appointed path to tread ?" 
I own : " I'm weak and feeble, 

" Alone I cannot stand, [ble, 

" 'Tis Christ, who makes me sta- 
" On him I must depend." 

3 Is good in contemplation, 
I on my Saviour call, 

Who gave the intimation, 
And worketh all in all ; 



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The wish'd for good effected, 
To him I render praise, 
Who hath the. work directed, 
By his enabling* grace. 

1084. T. 71. 

LORD, who didst sanctify 
Thyself, and hast thereby, 
Procar'd that blessing-, 
That we before thy face 
May walk in holiness, 
To thee well pleasing 1 . 

2 In true simplicity, 

O may we cleave to thee, 

Our God and Saviour ; 

In all thing's free from blame. 

To glorify thy name 

Be our endeavor. 

o In heart here purified, 
May we in thee abide, 
Without cessation ; 
Thy praise be our employ, 
On earth our highest joy, 
Thy congregation. 

±085.* T. 080. 

1-iORD, take my sinful, worth- 
less heart 
As thine, thy grace to me impart, 
And deep thy seal impress; 
Take me into thy special care, 
Secure my soul from ev'ry snare, 
Thyself find always free access. 

2 Make me a bosom friend of 

thine, 
Upon thy breast may I recline, 
Preserved from needless fears; 
And when this earthly house I 

leave, 
Into those mansions me receive, 
Where thou wilt wipe away all 

tears. 

1086.* T. 125. 

O SHED abroad, Lord Jesus, 
Thy love in us, we pray, 
And let its influence gracious 
Our thoughts and actions sway, 



Thus in the path proceeding, 
To life eternal leading, 
We shall thy word obey. 

1087.* T. 9. 

W HO thro* Jesus' wounds ob- 
tains 
Pardon and salvation, 
Both for soul and body gains 
True sanctification. 

1088.* T. 22. 

TV HEXE'ER assail'd by sinful 
lust, 

1 thank my God, there is no must, 
But say to av'rice, lust and pride : 
" My Lord destrov'd vou, when 

he died!" 

2 Xo parley with the foe I make, 
But unto Christ my refuge take, 
And when I to my Lord complain, 
From sin I quickly freedom gain. 

1089. T. 14. 

A WANT a principle within, 
Of jealous, godly fear, 
A sense of each approach of sin, 
A dread, lest it come near. 

2 Quick as the apple of the eye, 
O God, my conscience make, 
Arouse my soul, when sin is nigh. 
And keep it still awake. 

1090.* T. 68. 

\ V HILE we take our seat 
At the Master's feet, 
Urg'd by love, we in our measure, 
His commandments keep with 

pleasure, 
Doth he strength bestow, 
We can all things do. 

1091. T. 136. 

O HAPPY lot ! 

To live in blessed union 
With Christ, and with his church 
in close communion. 



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Of Patience in Tribulation. 



To look to him, 

Prompted by love and need, 

To feed by faith upon his death 

and n.crir, 
And, purified in heart, become 

with him one spirit, 
To love him, tho' we see him 

not, 
O happy lot! 



1092. T, 590. 

.3 OW may the very God of peace 

Us wholly sanctify, 

And grant us such a rich increase 

Of unction from on high, 

That spirit, soul and body may, 

Preserved free from stain, 

Be blameless until thy great day, 

Lord Jesus Christ! Amen! 



X. Of Patience in Tribulation. 



1093. T. 14. 

vx OD moves in a mysterious way. 
His wonders to perform, 
He plants his footsteps in the sea, 
And rides upon the storm. 

2 Deep in unfathomable mines 
Of never-failing skill, [signs, 

He treasures up nil bright de- 
And works his sov'reign will. 

3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage 
take, 

The clouds you so much dread 
Are big with mercy, and shall 

biv 
In blessings on your head. 

4 Judge not the Lord by feeble 
sense, 

But trust him for his grace, 
Behind a frowning providence 
He hides a smiling face. 

5 His purposes will ripen fast, 
Lnfolding ev'ry hour, 

The bud may have a bitter taste, 
But sweet will be the flow'r. 

6 Blind unbelief is sure to err, 
And scan his work in vain, 
God is his own interpreter, 
And he will make it plain. 

1094. T. 22. 

1 3 E still, my heart, these anxious 

cares [snares, 

To thee are burdens, thorns and 



They cast dishonor on thy Lord, 
And contradict his gracious word. 

2 Brought safely by his hand 
thus far, [care? 

Why wilt thou now give place to 
How canst thou want, if he pro- 
vide, 
Or lose thy way with such a guide? 

3 When first before his mercy-seat 
Thou didst thy All to him commit, 
He g-ave thee warrant from that 

hour, 
To trust his wisdom, love and 
pow'r. 

4 Did ever trouble thee befal, 
And he refuse to hear thy call, 
And hath he not the promise 

pass'd, 
That thou shalt overcome at last? 

5 He that hath help'd me hitherto, 
W ill help me all my journey thro', 
And give me daily cause to raise 
Xew Ebenezers to his praise. 

6 Tho' rough and thorny be the 
road, 

It leads me home apace to God ; 
I count my present trials small, 
For heawn will make amends for 
all. 

1095. T. 39. 

BeGOXE, unbelief! for my Sa- 
viour is near, [appear, 
And for my relief he will surely 



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323 



By pray'r let me wrestle, and lie 

will perform, 
With Christ in the vessel, I smile 

at the storm. 

2 Tho' dark be my way, yet since 
he is my guide, 

'Tis mine to obey, and 'tis his to 
provide, 

Tho' cisterns be broken, and crea- 
tures all fail, 

The word he hath spoken will 
surely prevail. 

3 His love in times past me for- 
biddeth to think 

He'll leave me at last unrelieved 

to sink, 
Each sweet Ebenezer I have in 

review 
Confirms his good pleasure to help 

me quite thro'. 

4 Why should I complain then of 
'want or distress, 

Temptation or pain ? for he told 
me no less, 

The heirs of salvation, I know 
from his word, 

Thro' much tribulation must fol- 
low their Lord. 

5 How bitter the cup none can 
ever conceive, 

Which Jesus drank up, that poor 

sinners might live ! 
His way was much rougher, and 

darker than mine, 
Did Jesus thus suffer, and shall 

I repine ? 

6 Since all that I meet with shall 
work for my good, 

The bitter is sweet, and the med'- 

cine is food, 
Tho' painful at present, 'twill 

cease before long, 
And then O how pleasant, the 

conqueror's song. 

1096. T. 591. 

IF to Jesus for relief 

My soul hath fled by pray'r, 



Why should I give way to grief, 
Or heart-consuming care? 
Are not all things in his hand, 
Hath he not his promise pass'd? 
Will he then regardless stand, 
And let me sink at last ? 

2 While I know, his providence 
Disposeth each event, 

Shall I judge by feeble sense, 
And yield to discontent ? 
If he worms and sparrows feed, 
Clothe the grass in rich array, 
Can he see a child in need, 
And turn his eye away ? 

3 When his name was quite un- 
known, 

And sin my life employ'd, 
Then he watch'd me as his own, 
Or I had been destroy'd. 
Now his mercy-seat I know, 
Now by grace I'm reconcil'd, 
Would he spare me, while a foe, 
To leave me, when a child? 

4 If he all my wants supplied, 
When I disdain' d to pray, 
Now his Spirit is my guide, 
How can he answer nay? 

If he would not give me up, 
When my soul against him fought, 
Will he disappoint the hope, 
Which he himself hath wrought? 

5 If he shed his precious blood, 
To bring me to his fold, 

Can I think, that meaner good 
He will from me withhold? 
Satan, vain is thy device, 
Here my hope rests well assur'd: 
In that great redemption-price 
I see the whole secur'd. 

1097. T. S9. 

\ ES, since God himself hath 

said it, 
On his promise I rely, 
His good word demands my 

credit, 
What can unbelief reply ? 
He is strong and can fulfil, 
He is truth, and therefore will. 



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Of Patience in Tribulation. 



2 In my Saviour's intercession 
Humbly still I will confide, 
Lord, accept my free confession, 
" I have sinn'd, but thou hast 

died;" 
This is all I have to plead, 
This is all the plea I need. 

1098. T. 585. 

O MY soul, what means this 
sadness, [down ? 

Wherefore art thou thus cast 

Let thy griefs be turn'd to glad- 
ness, 

Bid thy restless fears begone; 

Look to Jesus :|: And rejoice in 
his great name. 

2 What tho' Satan's strong temp- 

tations 
Harass thee by night and day, 
And thy sinful inclinations 
Often fill thee with dismay, 
Thoushalt conquer :|: Thro' the 

Lamb's atoning blood. 

3 Tho' ten thousand ills beset 
thee, 

From without and from within, 
Jesus saith, he'll ne'er forget thee, 
But will save from hell and sin; 
He is faithful :|: To perform his 
gracious word. 

4 Tho' distresses now attend thee, 
And thou tread'st the thorny road, 
His right hand shall still defend 

thee, 
Soon he'll bring thee home to God: 
Therefore praise him :|: Praise 

the dear Redeemer's name! 

1099.* T. 159. 

JLoOK up, my soul, to Christ 

thy joy, 
With a believing mind, [noy, 

With all the ills, which thee an- 
The way to Jesus find ; 
Here in this world thou hast no 

home, 
Nor lasting joy: to Jesus come, 



He is the Pearl of greatest price, 
Who all thy wants supplies. 

2 Steadfast in faith to Jesus 
cleave, 

His faithfulness review, 

And ev'ry burden with him leave, 

Whose love is daily new : 

His ways with thee are just and 

right, 
He puts thy enemies to flight, 
However threat'ning they appear, 
Take courage, he is near. 

3 Thy closet enter, pray and sigh, 
To Jesus tell thy grief, 

His ear is open to thy cry, 

His hand to give relief, 

Tho' men thee hate, forsake and 
grieve, 

Thy Saviour thee will never leave, 

His word is pass'd: he'il aid af- 
ford, 

Rely upon the Lord. 

4 Lift up thy heart to him on 
bigh, 

And leave this sordid earth, 
Behold with a believing eye 
God's excellence and worth, 
Devote thy life, thy all to him, 
Who did thy soul from death re- 
deem, 
In love to thee the cross endur'd. 
And life for thecprocur'd. 

5 Arise and seek the things above, 
Let heav'n be all thy aim, 
Where Jesus dwells in bliss and 

love, 
And earth and sin disclaim: 
The world and all its empty joy 
His potent breath will once de- 
stroy; 
Abiding rest and peace of mind 
In Christ alone we find. 

1100.* T. 142. 

O FOUNTAIN eternal of life 

and of light, 
Where all find refreshment, who 

seek it aright, 



Of Patience in Tribulation. 



Pure spring of salvation, 

And true consolation, 

From God's holy temple thy liv- 
ing stream rolls, 

Whose waters flow ample for all 
thirsty souls. 

2 Let him that is thirsty, encour- 
aging call! 

Now drink of the waters, abound- 
ing for all, 

The promised blessing 

Is sweetly refreshing; 

All ye who are ailing and needy 
draw nigh, 

This well-spring ne'er-failing your 
-wants wdl supply. 

3 Thou river of life dost revive 
soul and mind, 

Those whom thouenrichest eter- 
nal good find, 

Amidst tribulation 

The cup of salvation 

I take, thus with gladness inspir- 
ed by thee, 

All sorrow and sadness affrighted 
must flee. 

4 I plead thy rich promise, O 
give me to drink, 

With fervor of spirit I wholly 
would sink 

Into thy love's ocean, 

O let true devotion 

My heart be impelling, still on- 
ward to move, [love. 

To Zion thy dwelling, the city of 

5 Should bitter be mix'd with the 
sweet of my cup, 

O grant me with joy all self-will 

to give up, 
For thou hast drank for us 
The cup of dire sorrows, 
And now the partaker of thy 

grief and pain 
With thee, his dear Master, for 

ever shall reign. 

E 



6 O therefore, my Jesus, permit 
me to rest, 

Where saints are no longer by 
sufT'ring oppress 'd, 

W^here joys beyond measure, 

And fulness of pleasure 

In glory transcendent the con- 
querors sate 

And where crowns resplendent 
the faithful await. 

1101.* T. 82. 

FAITHFUL Saviour, we to thee 
Will look up incessantly, 
Happy in thy peace and blessing, 
Filial confidence possessing, 
Poor in spirit, rich in grace, 
We show forth thy matchless 
praise. 

2 God be prais'd! thy love is 

known, 
Thou expectest this alone, 
That disclaiming self-reliance, 
We should yield a glad com- 
pliance, 
With a mind devoutly still, 
To thy good and perfect will. 

1102.* T, 157. 

V\ ITH undaunted resolution, 
Christian heart— where thou art, 
Stand without confusion ; 
Yea, should death with its last 

message 
Call thee hence — Christ's defence, 
Leads thro' the dark passage. 

2 What are this world's joys and 

troubles, 
But a hand -full of sand, 
Vain and empty bubbles: 
Yonder are the solid treasures, 
Where our Lord — will afford 
Endless joys and pleasures. 



1 326 ] 



XL Hymns of Praise and Thanksgiving. 



1103.* T. 5S3. 

To thee, the Lord of all, I'll 

humbly sing-, 
To thee, my Maker, I'll thank- 

ofF'rings bring 1 ; 
But how can language worthily 

display 
Thy lauds, or to thy name due 

homage pay? 

2 I've nought to give, for whatl 
have is thine, 

Thine is my soul and body, and 

not mine; 
My reas'ning pow'rs, my health, 

my daily food, 
Are all thy gifts, and show that 

thou art good. 

3 That I'm an honorable vessel 
made, 

Is all the work of love unmerited, 
And not because I'm worthy t 

mercy free 
Uedeem'd my soul from sin and 

misery. 

4 Now while on earth I stay, to 
theePH live, 

And to thy name alone all glory 

give, 
Till 1, with all thy saints, my 

voice shall raise, 
And join in everlasting songs of 

praise. 

1104. T. 5S5. 

YY HILE successive years are 

wasting 
Still our God abides the same; 
All his words are everlasting, 
All his works his love proclaim, 
Men and angels :lj: Sing thrice 

holy to his name. 

3 Out of love he man created, 
And ordain'd him God's delight, 
Nor was this, his love, abated, 



When man lost God's image 
bright ; 

Then compassion :J: Brought re- 
demption's plan to light. 

3 Here is love divine pourtrayed, 
So that man the lines may trace; 
See, O man, God's love displayed, 
In thy Saviour's marred face: 
Wouldst thou praise him :|: Be 

thy theme redeeming grace. 

4 Bear in mind, how Jesus suf- 
fer'd, _ 

He the Righteous, for th' unjust, 
How his sinless soul heofter'd, 
Unto God for sinful dust ; 
Love thus triumph'd :|: Mighty 
now to save the lost. 

5 Lo, th' incarnate God ascended, 
Pleads the merits of his blood, 
Now all enmity is ended, 

Man is reconcil'd to God; 
All the ruin :|: Of his fall is now 
made good. 

6 We shall see him once returning, 
Then the sav'd their heads will 

raise, 
He will change their grief and 

mourning 
Into note* of endless praise- 
As Jehovah :|: Ev'ry tongue will 

him confess. 

7 Sing with glad anticipation, 
Mortals and immortals, sing, 
Jesus comes with full salvation, 
Jesus doth his glory bring; 
Hallelujah! :|; Lord of hosts, of 

kings, the King! 

1103. T. 5S0. 

JESUS, the whole creation's 

Head, 
Lord of the living and the dead. 
Endless thy glories shine; 



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327 



Thv blood-bought church in mer- 
cy own ; 

The church assembled round thy 
throne, 

Or pilgTims here ; we all are thine. 

2 PilgTims on earth, here we 
may rest, [nest, 

The sparrow here hath found a 
Thine altars. O Lord God! 
For all thy blessings and thy care, 
Our gratitude, in praise and 

pray'r, 
Shall still ascend to thine abode. 

3 Ye spirits of the just above, 
With Christ now perfected in love. 
Once our companions here; 

In higher strains join us to sing 
Blessing and honor to our King, 
Till he in glory shall appear. 

4 Hail! Lamb once slain, thy 
precious blood 

Hath brought us sinners nigh to 

God, 
Worthy art thou alone ! 
Accept, O Lord, Ancient of days, 
Thy universal church's praise, 
Here, and around thy glorious 

throne. 

1106. T. 14. 

Jr OR mercies, countless as the 

sands, 
Which daily T receive, 
From God, by my Redeemer's 

hands, 
My soul, what canst thou give ? 



2 Yet this acknowledgment I'll 
make, 

For all he hath bestow'd, 
Salvation's sacred cup I'll take, 
And call upon my God. 

3 The best return for one, like me, 
So wretched and so poor, 

Is, from his gifts to draw a plea, 
And ask him still for more. 

lior.* T. 166. 

THAXKS be to thee, O Lamb 

of God, 
For thy unfathomable grace, 
How many benefits bestow'd 
Forgotten and unnotic'd pass: 
When I thy love astonish'd see, 
What lengths, breadths, heights, 

and depths appear! 
Eternity, immensity, 
These, these its only limits are, 

1108.* T. 114. 

THE Lamb of God unspotted, 

pure and holy, 
Who by his death us reconcilYi 

to God, 
And from our sins hath wash'd 

us in his blood, 
Is worthy, that each knee bow 

'fore him lowly, 
That ev'ry tongue with gladness 

him confess, 
The only Lord, unto the Father's 

praise. 



XII. Of Prayer and Supplication. 



1109. T. 532. 

BEHOLD the throne of grace, 
The promise calls me near, 
There Jesus shows his cheering 

face, 
And waits to answer pray'r. 
2 That rich, atoning blood, 
Which sprinkled round I see, 



Provides for those, who come to 

God 
An all -prevailing plea. 

3 My soul, ask what thou wilt, 
Thou canst not be too bold, 
Since his own blood for thee wa? 

spilt, 
I What else can he withhold ? 



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Of Prayer and Supplication. 



4 Beyond thy utmost wants, 
His love andpow'r can bless, 

To praying- souls he always grants 
More than they can express. 

5 Since 'tis the Lord's command, 
My mouth I open wide, 

Lord, open thou thy bounteous 

hand, 
That I may be supplied. 

6* My soul, believe and pray, 
Without a doubt believe: 
Whate'er we ask in God's own 

way, 
We surely shall receive. 

7 Here stands the promise fair, 
For God cannot repent, 
To fervent, persevering pray'r, 
He'll ev'ry blessing grant. 

llio. T. n. 

V; OME, my soul, thy suit pre- 
pare, 
Jesus loves to answer pray'r, 
lie himself hath bid theepray, 
And sends none unheard away. 

2 Thou art coming* to a King, 
Large petitions with thee bring; 
For his gTace and pow'r are such, 
None can ever ask too much. 

3 Lord, 1 will not let thee go, 
Till the blessing thou bestow, 
O do not my suit disdain, 
^one shall seek thy face in vain. 

llli.* T. io. 

_L HE prayers of the needy, 
Thou, Lord, to hear art ready, 
Thy mercy and forbearance 
We ev'ry day experience. 

2 When thee in faith addressing, 
Thou no good gift nor blessing 
Unto thy church deniest, 

But all her wants suppliest. 

3 In thee we trust for ever, 
Since thou to each believer 
Afford'st that consolation: 
"I've heard thy supplication." 



1112.* T. 114. 

M HENE'ER with ardent pray'r 
and supplication, 

My mind surveys thy kingdom, 
gracious Lord, 

And recollects the promis'd rich 
reward, 

For thy soul's travail, bitter death 
and passion, 

The hope I cherish, that thy flock 
of grace 

On earth will still abundantly in- 
crease. 

2 O Fat ha- of thy people, I im- 
plore thee, 

The church, the fruit of Jesus' 

suff* 'rings, bless, 
Refresh her oft with copious 

show'rs of grace, 
Her only aim is to promote thy 

glory ; 
May Jesus thousands as a spoil 

obtain, 
And his disciples constant vie fry 

gain. 

3 Spirit of truth, who Christ's 
blood-bought salvation 

Set's t forth, and glorify 'st his sa- 
crifice, 

May hosts of sinners, list'ning to 
thy voice, 

Receive with joy the gospel -invi- 
tation, 

And be enroll'd, as members of 
his bride; 

His thirst for souls is not yet 
satisfied. 

1113.* T. 159. 

ABUNDANTLY our Saviour's 

hand 
Bestoweth gifts and grace, 
This we in many a distant land 
Wiih inward joy can trace; 
When for his work engag'd in 

pray'r, [hear, 

We know, he our requests will 
And confidently can believe, 
A rich increase he'll give. 



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329 



1114.* T. 208. 

C ALL to mind that blessed, 

And so oft distressed 

Cloud of witnesses, 

Which thro' the world goeth, 

And which no one knoweth, 

Bat the flock of grace: 

With them be — as they with thee, 

Thou with heav'nly consolation 

Favor'd congregation. 

1115.* T. 166. 

O JESUS, bless thy witnesses, 
Spread over them thy arms of love, 
Behold them in their destin'd race, 
Where bold in faith's bright path 

they move ; 
Support them under ev'ryload, 
Console them, when they weep 

'fore thee, 
And help them, for thy aid be- 
stow' d, 
To praise thy name continually. 

1116.* T. 590. 

JVlAY God his grace to us dis- 
pense, 

His blessings on us show'r; 

May he lift up his countenance 

Upon us evermore : 

O may we rightly know his mind, 

His saving word proclaim, 

That many heathen tribes may 
find 

Salvation in his name. 

1117. T. 185. 

BLESS, OLord, we pray, thy 

congregation, 
Bless each choir and family, 
Bless the youth, the rising gen- 
eration, 



Bless the children, deal* to thee, 
Bless thy servants, grant them 

grace and unction, 
That they may with care dis- 
charge their function, 
Lord, on thee we humbly call, 
Let thy blessing rest on all. 

1118. T. 97. 

SlNCE rulers are ordain'd, that 

they 
O'er other men should bear the 

sway, 
To punish evil, and protect 
The good; O grant, that they 

may act 
As in thy name, according to thy 

word, 
And be thyself their shield and 

great reward. 

2 Let the whole world thy mercy 

see, 
Bless those, who humbly cleave 

to thee, 
Thy mercy, Lord, to us dispense, 
According to our confidence, 
We trust, thou'lt hear our pray'rs, 

yea, for each want, 
More than we ask or think, unto 

us grant. 

1119.* T. 97. 

JL HANKS, adoration, glory, 
praise, 

To thee we render for thy grace, 

With ev'ry breath may we pro- 
claim 

Thy goodness and extol thy name; 

O Lord, thy knowledge spread 
both far and near, 

May all in thy redemption have a 
share. 



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[ 330 



XIII. Of the Church of Christ. 



1120. T. 22. 

A.S birds their infant brood 
protect, 
" And spread their wings to shel- 
ter them :" 
Thus saith the Lord to his elect, 
" So will 1 guard Jerusalem." 

2 And what is then Jerusalem, 
'Hie darling object of his care ? 
What is its worth in God's esteem? 
Who built it r who inhabits there? 

3 Jehovah founded it in blood, 
The blood of his incarnate Son; 
Theie dwell the saints, once foes 

to God, 
The sinners whom he calls his 
own. 

i Tho' foes on ev'ry side assail, 
This city hath a sure defence, 
Against her they shall ne'er pre- 
vail, 
While guarded by Omnipotence. 

1121. T. 97. 

HOW sweet thy dwellings, 

Lord, how fair, 
What peace, what bliss inhabit 

thcie, [desire, 

With ardent hope, with strong 
My heart, my flesh to thee aspire; 

1 low oft 1 long thy heav'nly courts 

and th.ee, 
My Lord and God, the living God 
to see! 

2 One wish, with holy transport 
warm 

My heart hath form'd, and still 

doth form, 
One gift I ask, that to my end 
Thine h allow' d house 1 may at- 
tend, [abode, 
There may I joyful find a safe 
There may I view the beauty of 
my God. 



1122. T. 96. 

1 HE consecrated house we love, 
Where God vouchsafes to place 

his name, 
Nor wili we, Lord, from thence 

remove, 
But jointly there thy praise pro- 
claim, 
And daily to thy courts repair, 
To seek thee in the house of 
pray'r. 

2 But oh! the house of living 

stones 
We never can neglect nor leave, 
That temple, which the world 

disowns, 
To that in life and death we cleave, 
Thro' faith to ev'ry membei join'd, 
The church, dirrus'd thro' all 

mankind. 

1123.* T. 9. 

One there is to Christ well 

known, 
And by him approved, 
Poor and needy, yet his own, 
His bride, his beloved. 

2 She, with a devoted mind, 
His cross gladly beareth, 

In her, to her matchless friend, 
Love sincere appeareth. 

3 We one Lord and Saviour own 
Even Christ our brother, 

Of our flesh and of our bone, 
We know of none other. 

4 He upon his heart doth bear, 
All his souls redeemed, 

As his Father's children dear, 
Now thro' grace esteemed. 

1124.* T. 126. 

X HE Lord, ere he appeared, 
I Upon this earth, as man, 



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Already had prepared 
The great and glorious plan, 
A church to gather to his praise, 
And hud decreed beforehand, 
How this should come to pass. 

2 Tho' man, by sin deceived, 
God's image forfeited, 

Yet Christ this loss retrieved, 

By dying* in his stead; 

Thou Bridegroom of the church, 

once slain, 
What anguish did it cost thee, 
Thy faithless bride to gain ! 

3 O days of solid blessing-, 
When Christ, the Sun of grace, 
All other light surpassing, 

His healing beams displays! 
Then, walking on the narrow way, 
Our path we can discover, 
Till dawn of endless day. 

4 When we shall see our Jesus, 
In majesty most bright, 

O how will This abase us, 
When he his kingdom's might 
Shall with his foll'wers deign to 

share ! 
Lord Jesus, for thy coming 
Thy church on earth prepare! 

5 We shall possess for ever 
Those joys divine in heav'n, 
Of which to the believer 

A foretaste here is giv'n, 
And our redemption by his blood 
Shall be our song eternal 
Before the throne of God. 

±±25.* T. 234. 

A HOU sov'reign Lord of earth 

andheav'n 
And of our hearts, to thee for ever 
Be homage paid, and praises giv'n, 
For thy eternal love and favor; 
The subjects of thy government, 
Who f:om thy death have life ob- 
tained, [sent 
Their souls and bodies now pre- 
To liiee, as trophies dearly gained: 
Thou, Lord, this gift entire 
Dost of us all require, 



As justly due by thee 'tis claimed; 

And until all have grace 

To live unto thy praise, 

The faithful part must stand a- 

shamed. 
2 We worship thee with filial fear, 
As part of thy blest congregation, 
With all, who with us grounded 

are 
On apostolic truth's foundation, 
Where Jesus is the Coiner-stone, 
And give thee praise for our elec- 
tion, 
In thee we put our trust alone, 
Thou, Lord, wilt lead us to per- 
fection : 
O grant us to make known 
Thy truth and freely own, 
That faith from works can't be 

disjoined; , 

That piety on grace 
Must rest, and faithfulness 
With faith must ever be combined. 

1126.* T.221. 

THOU •Monarch of All, thou 

Lord God of creation ! 
How wonderful and yet how blest 
Appears in the church thy wise 

administration, 
Of which thou art the Head con- 

fess'd; 
'Tis here for the needy all help 

abounds, 
To keep the eye steady fix'd on 

thy wounds, 
The sum is and substance with 

poor contrite sinners, 
Of all the wdse maxims whereby 

they are winners. 

2 What is it, that makes us stand 
fast in one spirit, 

Lord Jesus, author of our faith? 

What is it cements us ? 'Tis only 
thy merit, 

Thy wounds and all-atoning 
death : 

Ye heralds of mercy, with cour- 
age good [blood, 

Redemption proclaim ye in Jesus' 



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Nohe.o-t e'er dissolved by Sinai's 

thunder, 
But rocks at the message of peace 

cleave asunder. 

3 Art thou not refresh* d with 

divine consolation, 
Thou ransom'd, highly favor'd 

flock, 
"When drinking with joy of the 

wells of salvation, 
Which freely flow from Christ the 

rock ? 
Who now would be fearful ? for 

us he bled, 
Who won Id not be cheerful ? " 'tis 

finished!" 
This doctrine we'll hold and de- 
clare without ceasing, 
His cross brings us peace, 'tis the 

source of all blessing. 

1127.* T. 135. 

J ESUS, how do we rejoice, 
When contemplating the favor, 
Thou hast ever 
Shown to those, brought nigh to 

God 
By thy blood: 

Thou hast giv'n to us thy Spirit, 
Whereby we true life inherit, 
And most graciously are led. 

2 Yet whence comes it, Lord, 
that we 

Hallelujahs without ceasing 

Are not raising? 

But the crv is often heard : 

" Mercy, Lord!" 

'Tis because we must abased 

Own, thy grace is not so traced 

In our walk, as justly due. 

3 Is it still thy pleasure, Lord, 
That thy church, tho' poor and 

needy, 
Here stand ready 
Thee to serve and to confess ? 
Grant, thro' grace, 
That none in thy congregation 
Slight thy gracious invitation 
Or neglect his heav'nly call. 



1128.* T. 26. 

C HRIST is the church's Lord 

and lie.:d; 
This makes us hope with confi. 

dence, 
That he will be our sure defence, 
And help in ev'ry time of need. 

2 O may our fellowship abide 
An honor to his blessed name, 
May he in us fuihi his aim, 
That we throughout be sanctified. 

1129. T. 16. 

HIGHLY favor'd congregation, 
Lov'd by Jesus and esteenrd, 
Ne'er forget thy destination, 
Why from this vain world re- 
deem 'd. 

2 Grounded on thy Saviour's 
merit, 

Bless'd in his communion sweet, 
Destined heaven ,o inherit, 
And the church above to meet : 

3 Witness, hereto all around thee, 
Of thy Saviour's dying love, 
Testify: " He sought and found 

me, 
" Elsel still shouldrestless rove." 

4 Evidence by word and action 
That thy faith is not in vain, 
That thy highest satisfaction 
Centers in the Lamb once slain. 

5 By love's closest bonds united, 
As the Lord's own family, 

Be to serve his name excited, 
Be to him a fruitful tree. 

6 Grant, Lord, to thy congrega- 
tion, 

What adorns her in thy sight, 
Let her walls be call'd salvation, 
Be her glory, shield and light. 

1130.* T. 14. 

1 HE great salvation of the 

Lord 
Abides his church's joy, 



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338 



To honor him with sweet accord, 
Our fav'rite, bless'd employ. 

2 Into the bosom of our Friend 
Both joy and grief we pour, 



1132.* T. 14. 

HAPPY, O Lord, are they who 

wait 
Thy pleasure to fulfil, 



Until our griefs shall have an end, u P°n thy statutes meditate, 
And sorrows be no more. And learn t0 do th - v wllL 



S What comfort, what supreme 

delight 
Do we enjoy, what bliss, 
When the Lamb slain appears in 

sight. 
Might the whole world know this! 

1131.* T. 69. 

J-iEAItN, church of Jesus, 

While on earth abiding, 

Still at a distance 

From thy Lord residing, 

To cleave 

To him, and in him live. 



2 How blessed is thy family, 
Thy kind support they prove, 
All may be done by faith in thee, 
From strength to strength they 
move. 

1133. T. 168. 

O HOW blessed is the station 
Of all those who love the Lord, 
Who partake of his salvation, 
Trusting in his sacred word: 
Bless'd, who in love's bond united, 
To his altars axe invited, 
In his courts on earth to dwell, 
There his matchless praise to tell. 



XIV. Of the Servants of Christ. 



1134.* T. 26. 

O F Christ our boast we freely 

make, 
Whose grace our stony hearts did 

melt, 
We speak the pow'r divine we felt, 
The words, which rocks asunder 

break. 

2 A sinner hears us, and believes, 
For when of Christ w 7 e witness 

bear, 
The dead his quick'ning voice 

shall hear, 
And whosoever hears it, lives. 

3 He hears — and joy o'er spreads 
his face, 

From death to life he passetho'er, 
A stranger to his God no more, 
A trophy of redeeming grace. 

4 Scarce born again — his watch- 
ful eye 

Perceives another sinner near, 



With guilt oppress'd and sunk in 

fear, 
" Behold the Lamb!" is then his 

cry. 

5 Thus souls with eagerness are 

sought, 
And by the power of the Lord, 
Which rests upon the gospel- 

w r ord, 
Are to Christ's saving knowledge 

brought. 

1135.* T. 582. 

A MESSENGER of peace 
No higher pleasure knows, 
Than to direct the human race, 
To flee to Jesus' cross, 
To Jesus' healing wounds, 
And precious, cleansing blood, 
The source, whence life to us re- 
dounds, 
And fountain of all good. 



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2 Servant of God, be fili'd 
"With Jesus' love alone, 
Upon a sure foundation build, 
On Christ, the Corner-stone, 
By faith in him abide, 
Rejoicing- with his saints, 

To him with confidence, when 

tried, 
Make known all thy complaints. 

3 A cheerful life enjoy, 
A iife of faith in God, 

An int'rest, nothing can destroy, 
In Christ's atoning- blood; 
Then, tho' the heathen rage, 
And devils envious roar, 
The Saviour's gTace in ev'ry age 
Extol for evermore. 

1136.* T. 69. 

JL HE witness people, 
Who execute God's will, 
Are strong, when feeble, 
In him confiding still, 
While they 
Their muster's call obey. 

1137.* T. 82. 

Preachers of the gospel - 

word, 
Seek ye first to know the Lord, 
And to live in the enjoyment 
Of his grace, then your employ- 
ment 
Rays of light will shed abroad 
In the family of God : 

2 Not for your own worthiness, 
(All you are, you are thro' grace) 
But because your Lord and Sa- 
viour, [waver, 

Whose bless'd purposes ne'er 
Is your sure support and aid, 
Counsellor and friend in need. 

3 Leaders, would ye faithful 
prove, 

Ev'ry other gift above, 
Of obedience be possessed, 
Witli this virtue unimpressed, 
How could ye at home preside? 
How the fleck of Jesus guide ? 



1138 c * T. 4. 

O JESUS, my Lord, 
For ever ador'd, 
My portion, my all, 
At thv holy feet with abasement 
I fall. 

2 As sure as 1 prove 
Thy mercy and love 
To me, thy poor child, 

As sure as thou art my Reward 
and my Shield: 

3 So sure will I be, 
Devoted to thee, 
And cheerfully stand, 
Prepared to follow thy ev'ry 

command. 

4 Keep me thro' thy grace 
So minded always. 

That I nought beside 
May know but thee only, and thee 
crucified. 

5 Whene'er I survey 
En stillness, and weigh 
The proofs of thy grace, 
Experienc'd by me in so manifold 

ways, 

6 I then at thy throne 
Adoring sink down, 
With j oy an d d cep s h am e, 

Thy love to my grateful return 
hath a claim. 

7 For ever be blest, 
Thou source of true rest, 
Thanks be to thy hand, 

; Which led me, and safely will 
lead to the end. 

8 Now am I, tho' dust, 
Thy property just, 
With thee one in heart, 

May nought from thy lore me, 
poor sinner, e'er part. 

9 Soul, spirit and mind 
To thee be resign' d, 
Thy throne there erect, 

Till thou thy whole purpose in me 
canst effect. 



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10 Whatever I do, 
With thy biood bedew, 
May ev'ry thought be 

Intent on enjoying communion 
with thee. 

11 Make me thine abode, 
A temple of God, 

A vessel of grace, 
For thy use prepared, and form'd 
to thy praise. 

12 The cov'nant is made 
With thee, as my Head, 
Lord, grant my request, 

To love and to serve thee, till 
with thee I rest. 

1139.* T. 97. 

ATTEND, Lord Jesus, to my 

pray'r, 
Unto thyself, O draw me near, 
Thou know'st the frailty of my 

heart, 
Thy unction unto me impart, 
To all my faithfulness and in- 
dustry, 
To give them weight, enabling 
grace apply. 

2 May I, in thy communion blest, 
Enjoy an undisturbed rest, 
Make soul and body thine abode, 
A temple of the living God; 
Thus, Lord, for thy appearing 

may I wait, 
Then will my joy in thee be quite 

complete. 

1140.* T. 14. 

O GRANT thy servant, thro' 

thy grace, 
An understanding heart, 
Thy dealings with thy church to 

trace, 
And counsel to impart. 

2 With heav'nly wisdom me en- 
Thy peace O may I feel, [dow, 
Presence of mind on me bestow, 
To execute thy will. 



3 Thus strengthen 'd in the inner 
Supported by thy aid, [man, 

I shall thy gracious aim obtain, 
And in thy path proceed. 

1141.* T. 580. 

W ITH gladness we will follow 

thee, 
We vow allegiance, bend the kne« 
To thee, our Lord and Head, 
We'll venture freely ev'ry thing, 
At thy command, O Christ, our 

King, 
By thee alone we will be led. 

1142. T. 590. 

GLORIOUS Master of thy 
house, 

Thy chosen flock's defence, 
Upon thee stay'd, my mind is kept 
At ease, tho' in suspense! 
Most graciously I'm onward led, 
Beneath thy tender care, [eye 
Thy arm prepares my way, thine 
Looks out before me far. 

1143.* T. 205. 

JuET thy presence go with me, 
Saviour, else I dare not move, 
With thy aid and led by thee, 

1 will go, constrain'd by love; 
Serve thy cause with all my might, 
Deeming ev'ry burden light, 
And, if favor'd with success, 
To thee render all the praise. 

1144. T. 146. 

O BLESS the ministry, 
To which I am appointed, 
'Midst weakness may 1 be 
With pow'r divine anointed ; 
A lowly mind impart, 
Obedient, sway'd by grace, 
So shall my poor, frail heart 
Not easily transgress. 

1145.* T. 97. 

THOU Master of thy family, 
In humble faith we look to thee, 



836 Of the Spreading of Christ's Kingdom upon Earth. 

3 Thus shall we with willing" feet 
On thy service venture, 
Thy hard labor makes all sweet, 
When on toil we enter. 



Dispose our hearts, thy blessed 

will 
With resignation to fulfil, 
Call forth thy servants: grant 

them needful grace, 
And say to each : " I leave with 

thee my peace." 

1146.* T. 83. 

J ESUS, grant thy witness -flock 
Holy boldness, with submission 
To thy mild and easy yoke, 
And that lowly disposition, 
Gladly poor ourselves to be, 
If but souls are gain'd for thee. 

2 Long as we continue here, 
To thy will be ours resigned, 
Tho' a more contracted sphere 
Be by thee for us designed : 
Ah! we have but little strength! 
Give us, Lord, success at length. 

1117.* T. 9. 

Shepherd, help thy chosen 

few , 
Thee in truth to follow, 
With thy blood, whate'er we do, 
Be thou pleas'd to hallow. 

2 Show us daily more and more 
Of thy church's beauty, 
Give the impulse and the pow'r 
For each sacred dutv. 



1148.* T. 232. 

J ESUS, who died upon the cross, 
And shed his precious blood for 
(To God a pure oblation !) [us ; 
Is the bless'd object of our faith, 
We show the virtue of his death, 
Of him we make confession : 
O may his love our hearts inspire, 
And touch our lips with hallow'd 

fire; 
Led by his spirit and his grace, 
May we set forth his matchless 

praise; [ward, 

Thus will the Lord, his due re- 
Well -pleas'd regard, 
Receiving honor thro* our word. 

1149.* T. 14. 

JL HE day will come, when Jesus 

Christ, 
The righteous Judge declar'd, 
Will be his servants' crown of joy, 
Their endless, great reward. 

2 .Meanwhile they tread the nar- 
row path, 
From worldly fetters freed, 
Obedient to their Lord, in hope 
They sow the gospel-seed. 



XV. Of the Spreading of Christ's Kingdom upon Earth, 
1130.* T. 22. 



ALL is the Lord's: the spa- 
cious earth 
Sets his creative wisdom forth; 
What man of all the human race 
Is not an object of his grace? 

2 Gladly we spend our life and 
blood, 



3 What true disciple e'er would 

choose, 
At home to cherish selfish views, 
If, tho' with hardship and with 

pain, 
One soul for Jesus he might gain? 



4 God sends you forth- 
be done, 



-his will 



To serve our Lord, the living God; I Your destin'd rr.ee with patience 
High praises we o Jesus give, run, 

Who died, that all mankind might Jesus to all the world declare, 
live. I His ransom publish ev'ry where. 



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5 But lay your own foundation 
sure, 

Be clean in heart, in spirit poor, 
Devoted wholly to the Lord, 
He will the needful strength af- 
ford. 

6 Fall down in faith beneath his 
cross, 

Cry: " God be merciful to us !" 
Lord, let us hear thy cheering" 

voice, 
And ever in thy name rejoice. 

1151.* T. 228. 

AVhAT stores of ripe, abundant 

fruit, 
Produc'd from Jesus Christ the 

root, 
Have his disciples gained! 
By their laborious agency, 
"We flocks of Gentile-sheep now 

see, 
To love the Lord constrained; 
O yes—Thro' grace, [dant 

They on pleasant — Fair and ver- 
Fields of pasture 
Feed, enrich'd by gospel-culture. 

2 The hosts of flaming seraphim, 
Jehovah-Jesus make the theme 
Of their exalted praises ; 
Ye angels, who obedient fly, 
Fulfilling- your commission high, 
To guard the flocks of Jesus ; 
Praise him — bless him, [ant 

Raise incessant — Songs triumph- 
O'er sav'd nations ; 
Lo! we join your jubilations. 

1152,* T. 205. 

WOULD the world our pass- 
port see, 

By which we free entrance gain, 

Or ask our authority, 

We reply: "The Lamb was 
slain!" 

This is ev'ry where our boast, 

He, that higher soars, is lost; 

£or that pow'rful word we raise, 

Christ, to thee eternal praise. 



2 Ev'ry where, with shoutings 
loud, [hell, 

Shouts that shake the gates of 
Thy anointed witness -cloud 
Of thy great redemption tell : 
Are our door-posts, Lamb of God, 
Sprinkled with atoning blood, 
Thou thy flocks of Gentile-sheep 
Wilt from the destroyer keep. 

1153.* T- 136. 

vjtOD'S boundless grace 

Preserves each faithful servant, 

All share his aid, in cold and 
heat most ardent, 

Midst ice and rocks, 

Or on the stormy seas, 

Are soul and body under his di- 
rection ; 

The shadow of his wings affords 
complete protection ; 

The Lord will be about our ways, 

O boundless grace! 

2 Our life, our death, 

Be to thy joy and honor, 

Who art of life, and each good 
gift the donor, 

We say, Amen! 

Thou author of our faith, 

Thy name be glorified in our be- 
haviour 

Whether our pilgrim age be rough 
or smooth, dear Saviour, 

Be thou our strength, while we 
have breath, 

Our life in death. 



1154.* 



T. 205. 

on th' eternal 



Ff 



Grounded 

Rock, 
Moving in the gospel-way, 
Strong and firm 'midst ev'ry 

shock, 
Humble, but without dismay; 
Such the pilgrim, who in faith 
Safely walks the narrow path, 
He proceeds from grace to grace, 
Till with joy he ends his race. 



£38 Of the Spreading of Christ's Kingdom upon Earth* 

By craft or force in ev'ry place 
The fiend is striving' hard, 
God's work to overthrow, 
That in the trying hour, 
The servants of the Lordmay fall. 
Bereft of faith and pow'r. 



2 More and more our joys in- 
crease, 

As we humbly travel on, 
Jesus gives abundant grace, 
While we lean on him alone; 
Thro' the virtue of his blood, 
Source of life and ev'ry good, 
We preserve a cheerful mind, 
His bless'd will to do inclin'd. 

3 Then we suit ourselves to those, 
'Who with us yoke-fellows are, 
Glad to soften all their woes, 
Glad their ev'ry joy to share; 

If to Christ the Vine we cleave, 
Daily strength from him receive, 
Thro' hispow'r we shall produce 
Goodly fruit, matur'd for use. 

1155.* T. 79. 

3JL0ST gracious Lord and Sa- 
viour, 
Who dost accept in favor, 
Of sinners vile and poor; 
May we, while here remaining-, 
Be thy whole aim attaining", 
Since thou hast open'dus a door. 

2 Lord, skould'st thou even 

gather, 
Such multitudes together, 
As sands upon the coast, 
Thou tents for them providest, 
Among them thou residest, 
As Captain of the ransom'dhost. 

1150.* T. 582. 

Ambassadors of Christ, 

Know ye the way you go ? 

A path, not strew'd with bloom- 
ing flow'rs, 

But yielding thorns and woe ; 

All who Christ crucified 

Their only Saviour own, 

Meet oftentimes with treatment 
base, 

Unto their Master shown. 

2 Only against offence 
With circumspection guard, 



3 But see, the fields are white, 
Go therefore, lab'rors, go, 
The Lord leads on to victory, 
His pow*r and gTace ye know; 
Christ, whom ye Saviour call, 
Of all is sov'reign Lord, 
Your Captain and your great 

High-Priest, 
Ye conquer thro' his word. 

4 To Caesar ever give 
The things that Caesar's are, 
And render unto God his right, 
Unite in fervent pray'r, 
To him let praise ascend ; 
In undissembled love, 
In uprightness and justice walk, 
Until ye hence remove. 

1157.* T. 68. 

Laborers, go forth 

Into all the earth, 
Gather souls in distant places 
To reward the death of Jesus, 
Throughout all the earth 
Set his sufferings forth. 

2 Open, Lord, a door, 
Soon from shore to shore, 
Send an host of gospel-preachers, 
Shining lights, anointed teachers, 
Soon from shore to shore, 
Open, Lord, a door. 

1158. T. 11. 

BRETHREN, what do you de- 
sire, 

After what do ye aspire ? 

Whither do your labors tend? 

To preach Christ, the sinners' 
friend. 

2 Seems this subject ever new.^ 
Can you give it praises due ? 



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Ne'er be weary to proclaim 
Jesus' lovely, saving name. 

3 Never, never will we cease 
To proclaim the news of peace, 
Never, till our latest breath, 
Fervent, faithful unto death. 

1159 * T. 161. 

U RG'D by love, on ev'ry station 
To the fallen human race 
We will publish Christ's salva- 
tion, 
And declare his blood-bought 
grace; [him, 

To display him — And pourtray 
In his suflf'ring form and beauty, 
Be our aim and pleasing duty. 

1160.* T. 167. 

N" OUGHT shall hinder our blest 

function, 
Jesus, since we bear thy name, 
And are call'd, taught by thy 

unction, 
Thy atonement to proclaim ; 
Are we with thy blood besprinkled, 
Marked with thy Spirit's seal, 
Tho' for death we should be 

singled, 
We in death would trust thee still. 

1161.* T. 205. 

WARRIOR, on thy station 

Btand, 
Faithful to thy Saviour's call, 
With the shield of faith in hand, 
Fearless, let what may befal ; 
Nothing fill thee with dismay, 
Hunger, toil, or length of way, 
In the strength of Jesus boast, 
Never, never quit thy post. 

1163.* T. ±85. 

WHAT affords the christian 

warrior vigor, 

Who climbs rocks, or sinks in 

sands, [the rigor, 

v Braving now of northern storms 

Scorched then in southern lands ? 



Here no care avails, no circum- 
spection, 

But, depending on his Lord's 
protection, 

In his heav'nly armor clad, 

He moves on, serene and glad. 

1163.* T. 141. 

WHILE the pilgrim travek 
On this earthly ground, 
Watchful guai' dian angels 
Compass him around: 
Like Elisha's servant 
He in faith espies 
Hosts with fiery horses, 
Flaming chariots rise. 

1164.* T. 591. 

JLlOTH our Saviour onus call, 
We to his service haste, 
For his sake we venture all, 
Renounce lethargic rest; 
Not despairing to fulfil 
The great trust repos'd in us, 
We to him submit our will, 
And boldly preach the cross. 

1165.* T. 583. 

THE earth's the Lord's ! to cul- 
tivate the land, 

And sow the gospel-seed we 
ready stand; 

In hope, that for his travail he 
may see 

A rich reward, and reap abund- 
antly. 

1166.* T. 590. 

A. H ! could we prompt the hu- 
man race, 

To Jesus Christ to turn, 

And, as the case at Emmaus was, 

In love to him to burn, 

Who on th' accursed cross was 
slain, 

To rescue the enslav'd, 

And doth the scriptures still ex- 
plain 

To such as would be sav'd! 



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Hymns for Solemn Occasions. 



1167.* T. j80. 

1 HOU of all nations the desire, 
With ardent zeal our breasts in- 
And grant that ev'ry field, [spire, 
With gospel-seed already sown, 
In Gentile-lands, or in our own, 
May an abundant harvest yield. 

11GS.* T. 133. 

* ) WHATsongsinhigheststrain 
Will tlie ransom'd sing in heaven, 
With thanksgiving-, 
To him who brought us to God 



By his blood, 

When of ev'ry tongue and nation, 
There will be with exultation 
But one flock and Shepherd 
known. 

2 Amen, Jesus' words are true, 

Surely he his gracious promise 

Will accomplish; 

Ye, his servants, ready stand, 

In each land, 

Yea, in the most distant places, 

Till he conies, to sound his praises, 

And makeknown his saving- name 



XVI. Hymns for Solemn Occasions. 



1169.* T. IS.?. 

IxRACE and peace from God, 
our bleated Saviour* 

Be with all who love his name! 
Church of Christ, his service deem 

Joyfully his deatli proclaim; 
Be prepaid for rest or for em- 
ployment, 
With activity combine enjoyment, 
Serve with zeal and faithfulness, 
Love, enraptured with his 

2 Chosen flock, thy faithful Shep- 
herd foil 
Who laid don n his life for thee; 
All thy da) s unto his service hal- 
Each his true disciple be : [low, 
Evermore rejoice to do his pleas- 
ure, [treasure, 
Be the fulness of his grace thy 
Should success thy labor crown, 
Give the praise to him alone. 

1170.* T. 166. 

O THOU the church's Lord 

and Head, 
Our only refuge, shield and rock, 
The pilgrims' guide, support and 

aid, [flock; 

Thou faithful Shepherd of thy 



Vile as we are, we're surely thine, 
Tin o' mercy v. e have life obtain'd, 
As monuments of grace divine, 
To our astonishment we stand. 

2 As part of thy church militant, 
An emblem of the church above, 
To thy dear Father us present, 
Thou in the bosom of his love, 
That us as children he nia\ own, 
Since we're thy dearly earn'd re- 
ward, 

And send his Holy Spirit, down, 
To train us up for thee, our Lord. 

3 We cast ourselves into thy arms, 
While we with inward rapture 

glow; [warms, 

The flame, which thy pure bosom 

Thy never-failing love we know; 
Thou, who for us once tastedst 

deatli, 
And wast restored to life again, 
Thj quick'ning Spirit on us 

breathe, 
Come, heav'nly Vine, each branch 

sustain. 

4 We wish, (and what we wish 
is gain'd, 

Since we thy chosen foll'wers are, 
And have thv pow'r divine ob- 
tain'd,) 
To tlice well-pleasing fruit to bear; 



Hymns lor Solemn Occasions. 



341 



Thy servants we will be thro' 
grace, [thee ; 

Thy handmaids, who look up to 
Set us, O Lord, unto thy praise, 
Grant, we may serve thee faith- 
fully. 

1171.* T. 22. 

JMAY Jesus' blood and right- 
eousness 
Fill and adorn this hallow'd place, 
Wherein is preach'd his holy word, 
And sacramental grace conferr'd; 

2 That this redeemed* happy flock 
Be firmly built on Christ the Rock, 
And of those blessings be pos- 

sess'd, 
Which on the Spirit's union rest. 

3 May ev'ry place of worship 
round 

With free, electing grace resound, 
Inviting men, to Christ to come, 
Who calls the weary wand'rers 
home, 

4 The gospel precepts to obey, 
And never from the truth to stray, 
With an attentive, list'ning ear, 
The Spirit's small, still voice to 

hear ; 

5 Unto the Father to draw nigh, 
Tho' pleading nought but misery, 
Yet with full, child-like confi- 
dence, 

Since Jesus died for our offence. 

6 Then doth the Saviour for us 
plead, 

With God the Father intercede, 
And say: "These souls thou 

gavest me, 
" They are my blood-bought 

property. 

T "For them on earth I liv'd and 

died, 
" My thirst for souls is satisfied, 
" Since I can claim them as a spoil, 
" The dear-earn'd purchase of 

my toil." 



8 The Father's heart thereby is 
mov'd, 

He us accepts in the Belov'd, 
With joy confesseth us as his, 
And greets us with a pard'ning 
kiss. 

9 We humbly thee adore and 
praise, 

Father of mercy, God of grace, 
That souls by thy beloved Son 
Redeem'd, by thee to him are 
drawn. 

10 Thou Man of sorrows, be 
ador'd, 

Whose death doth life to us afford, 
Since thro' thy merits we possess 
True joy and solid happiness. 

11 God, Holy Ghost, bless'd 
Comforter, [vere, 

With grateful hearts we thee re- 

Since we by thee convinc'd and 

taught, [brought. 

Are to the blood of sprinkling 

12 With power from on high en- 
due 

Thy flock, O Lord, this day anew, 
That many souls with us may feel 
Thy pard'ning grace, the Spirit's 
seal. 

13 That thousands by our minis- 
try 

May to the truth converted be, 
And we m ay see them flock with us, 
Unto the standard of thy cross. 

14 We join together heart and 
hand, [land, 

To travel towi'ds the -promis'd 

The seed we sow will then be 

good, [blood. 

If water'd with the Saviour's 

15 As long as we on earth remain, 
We will confess the Lamb once 

slain, 
Until we for his victory 
Shall praise him in eternity. 



342 



Hymns for Solemn Occasions. 



1172. T. 22. 

"\\ HERE two or three, with 

sweet accord, 
Obedient to their sov'reign Lord, 
Meet to recount his acts of grace, 
And offer s olemn pray *r and praise: 

2 (i There," saith the Saviour, 
" I will be, 

" Amidst this little company; 
" To them I will unveil my face, 
" And shed my glories round the 
place." 

3 We meet at thy command, O 
Lord, 

Reiving on thy faithful word, 
Now send thy Spirit from above, 
And fill our hearts with heav'nly 
love. 

1173.* T. 101. 

DRAW near, O flock of Christ, 
and bow [him, 

With deepest reverence before 
Yea, sink at Jesus' footstool low, 
And in the dust with awe adore 
him ; [thing art, 

Confess, that in thyself thou no- 
Out that he is thy All, sole object 
of thy heart. 

1174. T. 230. 

•J ESUS, God of our salvation, 
Behold thy blood-bought con- 
gregation 
Assembled here before thy face, 
Pond'ring on thy gracious deal- 
ing, [feeling, 
We would express our grateful 
And joyful Hallelujahs raise: 
But when we in thy light 
Discern, how we requite 
Thee, O Jesus, [blame, 
We blush for shame — Ours is the 
But praise is due unto thy name. 

2 Deeply conscious of transgres- 
sion, " [fession, 
To thee we turn, hear our con- 
Assure us of thy pard'ning love : 



O root out, whate'er impedeth 
Tiiy Spirit's work, or discord 
breedeth, [remove; 

Each stumbling-block from us 
Those who have gone astray, 
Cause to return, we prav, 
Faithful Shepherd! [bide, 

With thee our Guide — May we a- 
Preserve us, lest we turn aside. 

1173.* T. 319. 

MOST holy Lord and God! 

Holy, almighty God! 

Holy and most merciful Saviour! 

Thou eternal God! 

Bless thy congregation, [blood, 

Thro* thy surT'rings, death and 

Have mercy, O Lord ! 

1176. T. 159. 

THIS day is holy to the Lord, 
This day the Lord hath made, 
We will rejoice witli one accord, 
And in his name be glad. 
Come, let us worship and bow 

down, [throne; 

With thanks appear before his 
He to our song*s of praise and 

pray'r 
Will lend a gracious ear. 

1177. T. 71. 

Jr ORE thee, Lord, we appear, 
Thou list'nest to our pray'r, 
Wait'st to be gracious, 
Thy goodness to display 
Unto thy church this day, 
To own and bless us. 

2 Thy pierced hands for us 
Once nailed to the cross, 
Give benediction; 
Thy blood from sin us cleanse, 
And pard'ning grace dispense, 
Without restriction. 

1178. T. 594. 

ACCEPT, O God of our salva- 
tion, 
The sacrifice of praise and pray'r; 



Of the Ilolv Communion. 



343 



Upon thy gracious invitation, 
Unto thy altars we repair; 
Thou bid'st us come: all things 
are ready, [grace 

The treasure of thy boundless 
Is open to the poor and needy, 
They ne'er go empty from thy Face. 

1179.* T. 185. 

J OY divine, and heav'nly peace 

with unction, 
Church of Christ, thy portion be ! 
Holy Ghost, preserve the deep 

compunction, 
Flowing from Christ's agony: 



Father, bless and keep without 
cessation 

Thy Son's dearly purchas'd con- 
gregation, 

Slaughter'd Lamb, thy peace di- 
vine 

Seal our cov'nant, we are thine. 

1180. T. 341. 

JL O Christ we homage pay, 
We covenant this day, 
Him to serve with all our strength, 
Him to love with all the heart, 
Him to follow, till at length 
We obtain in heav'n our part. 



XVII. Of the Holy Communion. 



1181.* T. 599. 

AiORD Jesus, who before thy 

passion, 
Distress'd and sorrowful to death. 
To us the fruits of thy oblation 
In thy last supper didst bequeath, 
Accept our praise, thou boun- 
teous giver 
Of life to ev'ry true believer. 

2 As oft as we enjoy this blessing, 
Each sacred token doth declare 
Thy dying love all thought sur- 
passing, 

And while we thee in mem'ry bear, 
At each returning celebration, 
Show forth thy death for our sal- 
vation. 

3 Assurance of our pardon sealed 
Is in this sacrament renew'd, 
The soul with peace and joy is 

filled, 
W ith thy atoning blood bedew'd, 
Tliis from unrighteoimess us 

cleanseth, 
And life abundantly dispenseth. 

4 That bond of love, that mystic 
, union, [join'd, 

Ey which to thee, our Head, we're 



Is closer drawn at each commu- 
nion, [mind, 

By love inspir'd we know thy 

And feeding on thy death and 
merit, [spirit. 

Are renderd one with thee in 

5 Lord, by thy flesh the soul is 
nourish'd, [revive, 

When faint, thy blood doth us 
And while our faith thereby is 
cherish' d, [strive: 

To serve thee and thy house we 
We, by this food invigorated, 
Are to good works anew created, 

6 While thus thou feed'st the 
poor and needy, 

Life from thy death pervades the 

whole, 
And the true members of thy body 
In thee, their Head, one heart and 

soul, [ficed, 

For whom one bread and cup suf- 
Into one spirit are baptized. 

7 Thy flesh to us a pledge is given, 
That ev'n our flesh, corrupt and 

vile, 
Shall from the dust be rais'd to 

heaven, 
And with unfading glories smile, 



344 



Of the Holy Communion. 



And soul and body be for ever 
At home with thee, our Lord and 
Saviour. 

8 O what a striking" exhibition 
Of love divine is here bestow'd; 
Our hungry souls in this fruition 
Find here on earth our highest 

good: 
It proves amidst all tribulation, 
Of heav'nly bliss th' anticipation. 

1182.* T. 69. 

"WlTH deep devotion 
We in Christ's sufferings trace 
Th' unfathom'd ocean 
Of his unbounded grace, 
He gave — Himself, our 60uls to 
save. 

2 His body broken 
Upon the shameful cross, 
As he hath spoken, 

Was giv'n to death for us, 
We feed — On everlasting bread. 

3 That precious fountain 

Of blood, which from him flow'd, 
On Calv'ry's mountain, 
Is now on us bestow'd; [see. 

Here we — Life's well-spring open 

4 O well-spring flowing 
Unto eternal life, 

Our souls bedewing, 

By thee alone we thrive, 

And are — Enabled fruit to bear. 

5 The Lord draws near us, 
Let us to meet him haste, 
He comes to cheer us, 

His flesh is our repast, [good. 
His blood — Our drink and highest 

6 In sweet communion 

With Christ our paschal Lamb, 
And holy union 
Witli all who love his name, 
May we — Abide continually. 

1183.* T. 14. 

1 HE nearer we to Jesus draw, 
The more he teacheth us, 



What yields him joy, or gives him 

pain, 
What brings us gain or loss. 

2 Desirous to display our love, 
We gladly would afford, 
Touch 'd with a sense of gratitude, 
Some pleasure to our Lord. 

3 He loveth us unspeakably, 
Nor lets us pray in vain, 

But gives the fearful heart that 

hope: 
" Thy suit thou shalt obtain." 

4 Most graciously he doth confess 
His dear-bought property, 
When we upon his flesh and blood 
Feed sacramentally. 

1184.* T. 14. 

JN O words can ever fully tell, 
What blessings Christ bestows 
On me, when I on Calv'ry dwell 
And weep beneath his cross. 

2 He, who to his own flesh and 
blood 

Can ne'er himself deny, 

Saith unto us: "Take courage 

good, 
" Your brother, lo! am I." 

3 His loving heart I open see, 
Replete with tenderness, 

He, as his blood-bought property 
Doth even me confess. 

4 I am for giv'n and reconcil'd, 
My happiness renew'd, 

Mv heart, with deep abasement 

filPd, 
Is with his blood bedew'd. 

5 From all anxiety and dread, 
Which else my soul oppress'd, 
Thanks be to him, I now am freed, 
My cares are sooth'd to rest. 

1183.* T. 83. 

JLoRD and God, how arc thy 

sheep 
With thee in such close connexion! 



Of our Departure unto the Lord, &e. 



345 



Tho' they have thee, still they 

weep 
Tears of longing* and affection, 
O thou highest good, which we 
Cannot prize sufficiently. 

1186.* T. 15. 

A.H! come, thou most beloved 
My joy and delectation, [guest, 
With whose indwelling 1 lam blest, 
Source of all consolation. 

2 O keep thy banquet, Lord, with 
A sinner, poor and needy, [me, 
Since thou invit'st me graciously, 
" Come, all things now are ready!" 

3 I open heart and soul to thee, 
Lord Jesus, to receive thee, 
For thee I long most ardently, 
O may I never leave thee. 

1187. T. 166. 

J ESUS, thy feast we celebrate, 
Show forth thy death, and praise 
thy name, 



Till thou return, and we shall 

eat 
The marriage-supper of the Lamb; 
In mem'ry of our dying Lord, 
The church on earth, till time 

shall end, 
Meets at his table to record 
The love of her departed Friend. 

1188. T. 211. 

JESUS, Lord of life and glory, 
Hear thy people's fervent pray'r, 
Us to meet thee now prepare, 
We with awe appear before thee : 
In this consecrated place, 
We approach the throne of grace: 
Lord, Lord God, 
Thee we own our only Saviour : :f: 
Blessed, truly blessed they, 
Who to thee have found the way, 
Who of thy body and thy blood, 

ev'n here partakers are, 
And in the supper of the Lamb 

once in heaven above shall 

share. 



XVIII. Of our Departure unto the Lord, and the Last 
Judgment. 



1189.* T. 119. 

JH.AD we nought, :||: 
Nought beyond this life to hope, 
Here receiving our full measure, 
Did no further prospect ope, 
Laid we up no heav'niy treasure, 
Wretched were our state in life 

and death, 
Vain our faith. :|j: 

2 Here we sow, :Ij: 

Here on earth in tears we sow, 

He, who here goes forth and 
weepeth, 

Bearing precious seed below, 

Brings his sheaves with him and 
reapeth 

There in joy, his sighs and sor- 
rows o'er, 

Evermore. :fl; 



1190.* T. 205. 

WlTH thee, Lord, while I re- 
main, 
Thou wilt near thy child abide, 
Till, thy perfect aim t' attain, 
I throughout am sanctified; 
All my wants, all my distress, 
I to thee, my Lord, confess, 
Till I shall, from sorrow free, 
Live for evermore with thee, 

1191.* T. 83. 

J ESUS' sufPrings were for me, 
That once my departing spirit 
Full of joy and peace might be, 
And eternal life inherit, 
I'm from judgment freed by faith 
In his meritorious death. 



346 



Of our Departure unto the Lord, 






1192.* T. 244. 

IN spirit I am waiting", 
Lord Jesus, near to thee, 
Thy sufferings contemplating: 
I know, they were for me! 
I thee behold by faith 
Bow down thine head in death, 

1 hear thee cry: " 5 Tis finish'd!" 
And watch thy latest breath. 

2 Thy sighs, thy groans in an- 
guish, 

The tears, which from thee flow'd, 
When thou for me didst languish, 
Thy wounds and precious blood, 
Re present night and day 
To me, while here I stay, 
And at my dissolution 
My soul to lieav'n convey. 

3 'Midst joy beyond expression, 
I shall abased be 

With deep humiliation, 
When called home to thee : 
When I, completely bless'd, 
Have leave with thee to rest, 
Thy holy feet with rapture 
By me shall be embrac'd. 

4 O hasten thy appearance! 
Yet as it pleaseth thee, 
Meanwhile to me thy presence 
Vouchsafe continually, 

Fix thou my heart and eyes 
Upon thy sacrifice, 
Until, my race here finish'd, 
1 shall obtain the prize. 

1193.* T. 14, 

HOW I long with Christ to 
be, 

And in his presence rest, [fully, 
He draws my soul most pow'r- 

1 to his bosom haste. 

2 Meanwhile may I in spirit view 
His sufferings, cross and death, 
These to my heart be daily new, 
Till I resign my breath. 

3 Me for thy coming, Lord, pre- 
pare, 

Grant, I may ready be, 



Whene'er thou call est, without 

fear 
To meet and welcome thee. 

4 Thou know'st my insufficiency, 
All my diseases cure, 

O let thy stripes and wounds on 

me 
Exert their healing pow'r. 

5 Thus will my wants be well 
supplied, 

Thus will my soul with grace 
Abundantly be satisfied, 
And kept in heav'nly peace ; 

6 Until the hour shall strike at 
last, 

When I, from sorrow £ree 9 
Shall hasten to thy arms and 

breast, 
And ever live with thee. 

1194.* T. 151. 

U NTIL my consummation, 
My Saviour's grief and pain, 
His wounds and bitter passion, 
My comfort shall remain; 
To him, my Lord, when dying, 
I'll look with humble faith, 
On him alone relying, 
Bless'd then will be my death ! 

1190. T. 16. 

IlAPPY soul, thy days are 

ended, 
All thy mourning days below, 
Thou by angel-guards attended, 
Didst to Jesus' presence go. 

2 Trusting in thy Saviour's merit, 
Thou beheldst him from above, 
Waiting to receive thy spirit, 
Reaching out the crown of 

love. 

3 For the joy he set before thee, 
Felt'st a momentary pain ; 
Diedst, to live a life of glory ; 
Suffer'dst, with thy Lord to 

reign. 



and the Last Judgment. 



347 



1196.* T. 79. 

WHEN children, biess'd by 

Jesus, 
To whom their souls are precious, 
Depart in early years, 
They are not lost, for heaven 
To children shall be given, 
Eternal happiness is theirs. 

2 This child is therefore blessed, 
Let no one be distressed, 
Christ bid it fall asleep; 
The body dead, the spirit 
Will endless life inherit, 
With his redeemed, happy sheep. 

1197. T. 585. 

JlIAY of judgment! day of won- 
ders! 
Hark! the trumpet's awful sound, 
Louder than a thousandthunders, 
Shakes the vast creation round, 
How the summons :||: will the sin- 
ner's heart confound ! 

2 See the Judge, our nature wear- 
ing, 

Cloth'd in majesty divine; 

Ye, who love the Lord's appear- 
ing, 

Then shall say : " This God is 
mine!" 

Gracious Saviour, :|: own me on 
that day as thine! 

3 At his call the dead awaken, 
Rise to life from earth and sea, 
All the pow'rs of nature shaken, 
At his call prepare to flee: 
Careless sinner, :|: what will then 

become of thee? 

4 Horrors past imagination 
"Will surprize thy trembling heart, 
When thou bear's t thy condem- 
nation : 

" Hence, accursed wretch, de- 
part, 

* Thou with Satan :||: and his an- 
gels have thy part!" 



5 But to those, who have con- 
fessed, 

Lov'd and serv'd the Lord below, 
He will say : " Come near, ye 

blessed, 
" See the kingdom I bestow : 
" You for ever :[j: shall my love 

and glory know." 

6 Under sorrows and reproaches, 
May this thought our courage 

raise, 
Swiftly God's great day ap- 
proaches, 
Sighs will then be turn'd to praise: 
We shall triumph :|j: while the 
world is in a blaze. 

1198. T. 580. 

BEFORE me place, in dread 

array, 
Lord Jesus, that tremendous day, 
When thou in clouds shalt come, 
To judge the nations at thy bar, 
And tell me, Lord, I shall be 

there, 
And meet from thee a joyful doom . 

1199. T. 167. 

JHL AIL the happy consummation! 
Hail the time when all is done! 
Christ appears to full salvation, 
Perfects what was here begun : 
Hail the Lord to earth returning! 
Awful, fearful, joyful day! 
Tallies, plains and mountains 

burning, 
Flaming skies are swept away. 

2 Hear the awfid trumpet sound- 
ing! 
See the nations all draw near : 
" Come to judgment!" still re- 
sounding, 
Till it reacheth ev'ry ear i 
Sinners call for rocks to hide 

them, 
Saints repeating: " Come, Lord, 

come!" 
Angels charged, now divide them, 
Jesus speaks their final doom, 



348 



Of our Departure unto the Lord, &c. 



3 Heal' the sentence ne'er revers- 

ed, 
See the mighty gulph between : 
" Come, ye blessed !"—" Go, ye 

cursed!" 
Closeth up the awful scene : 
Shout, ye saints, behold your Sa- 
viour, 
Know him by his bleeding wounds : 
This will yield you joy for ever, 
While the sinner it confounds. 

1200.* T. 58. 

W HEX Jesus had to his dis- 
ciples giv'n 

His farewell blessing, and went 
up to heav'n, 

While with sorrow filled they up- 
wards gazed, 

Their master's countenance re- 
in ain'd impressed 

Upon their hearts. 

2 When he in like manner 
Shall be returning, 

His church on earth will change 
her grief and mourning, 

To songs of joy. 

3 This reflection fills us 
With joy unbounded, 

That we the Lord, who for our 
sins was wounded, 

Shall once behold. 

4 O might we, poor sinners, 
For his salvation, 



Hunger and thirst, until our con- 
summation, By day and night. 

5 Thus shall we believing, 
Xe'er be confounded, 

And here already with his peace 
surrounded, 

Taste heav'nly joys . 

6 May we cleave to Jesus, 
Till we've obtained 

The prize, and till our faith and 
hope have gained 

Their highest aim. 

7 So as she believed, 
Christ's congregation 

Shall rind it, and behold the 
Lord's salvation, 

In endless bliss. 

8 At his blest appearing, 
Freed from all weakness, 

Our bodies shall be chang'd into 
his likeness, 

By his great pow'r. 

9 Amen, Lord, afford us 
Thy kind direction, 

Keep us from evil, under thy 
protection, 

Always secure; 

10 Till we shall in heaven 
Behold thy glory, 

And free from sin and sorrow 
there adore thee, 

World without end. 



•«*^&^&a»« 



INDEX. 



Showing by every first line of each verse where it is to 
be found. Those lines marked thus * begin a hymn. 

The verses occurring in the Liturgy only, are distin- 
guished by the letter l. 



A. PAGE 

A. Blessed pattern Christ 243 
blessed sense of guilt 79 
bow of grace, appearing" 200 
cheerful confidence I feel, 68 
child of God for ever 160 
child, true happiness may 243 
contrite heart would never 21 
country I've found, 148 

dying", risen Jesus, 102 

faithful memory bestow 247 
foretaste of eternal joys, 262 
guilty, weak and helpless 7 

* Lamb went forth, and bare 34 
lowly mind impart to me, 165 
mortal body he assum'd, 183 
pardon' d sinner I remain, 8 
second look he gave, 102 
single eye, a faithful 157 

* single mindtomeimpart, 167 
sinner I, and full of 125 
sinner, on mere mercy 103 

* stranger and a pilgrim I, 273 
subject I of Christ, my 148 
table for me he prepares, 131 
widow who her son 262 

* wondrous change Christ 17 
Above the starry sky 180 
Accept, for thy passion, 27 

* According to my state on 286 

to th' appointed 20 

* to thy mercy, 191 

* Act full of godlike majesty! 237 
Admit us, we pray, 231 

* Adored be the Lamb of God 182 

* Again another fleeting year 264 

as Teacher of ' 20 

Against the fiercest pow'rs of 8 i 

G 



Agonizing in the garden, 83 

Ah, behold the Son of God! 143 

come, Lord Jesus, hear 5 

could we preach in ev'ry 212 

do not of his goodness 85 

* give me, Lord, myself to 157 
Jesus ! thy unworthy bride 14 
Lord! enlarge our scanty 106 

* Lord! how apt am I to 155 
might in my behaviour 242 
might my heart a mirror 20 
might the time soon 278 
my defect lies here, 88 
remain our highest Good! 120 
remember me for good, 90 
should not the mercies 249 
then we feel, that life 236 

* whither should I go, 90 

* who are we! thou God of 240 
who can render thee just 55 
why am 1 thus blest, 235 
why did I so late thee 134 

* Alas! and did my Saviour 39 

I knew not what 1 did; 102 

1 know the reason why 39 

with shame I own that 163 

All creatures, Lord, on thee 272 

fears and terrors, when he 89 

* glory be to God on high ! 14 
glory to Immanuei's name 13 

* glory to the Saviour's 71 

* glory to the sov'reign 177 

* hail Immanuel, 17 

* hail! thou Lamb of God, 42 
his glorious work is done ; 49 
may of thee partake; 267 
my desires are fix' d on thee 135 
my hope and consolation 33 
my own schemes, each self- 151 

e 



INDEX. 






* All of us, we know, not one 251 

our days, O Jesus ! 152 

our woes he did retrieve ; 20 
pains and tribulations, 33 
pow'r and glory doth 99 

* praise to thee, my God, 269 
righteousness did he fulfil, 39 
self-dependence is but 195 
sprung from thine 54 
the merciful are blessed, 146 
the pains and sorrows 43 
the pure in heart are 147 

* the world give praises due! 15 
they who, weeping, now go 20 
things in beauteous form 56 
things were made by Christ 93 
those are blessed, 194 
those who here enjoy by 36 
those who, thro' a beam 97 
thou demandest, I give up, 109 
thy strength and life 196 
we, who now are his, were 99 
who in Jesus' presence 291 
who love him, view his 286 
who possess true faith and 170 
ye, who gospel-preachers 207 
your children are his own, 260 

■ Almighty God, thou sovereign 55 

* Lord!— Eternal 181 

* Altho' a pardon'd sinner's 279 

dear Jesus, we can't see 110 
his med'cine cause me 174 

* Amazing grace! how sweet 119 
Amen, Lord God,Holy Ghost! 76 

this the conclusion 192 
thou sov 'reign God of 282 

* yea, Hallelujah! 294 

* Amidst this world's 168 

* tribulation we follow 149 
Among the evils of the fall, 21 
And am I, Jesus, one of those 196 

at the same time lets me 156 
grant the single women 190 
if I myself examine, 3 

now, ev'n on thy throne 132 
now he pleading stands 70 
now we nothing can 130 
reflect on all the pain, 160 
this at last our theme 116 
tho' a rugged path it be, 196 
tho' in heav'n exalted 53 1 



And tho' their bodies turn to 228 
thus by faith we live, 159 
thus, to save our souls 10 
when I'm to die, 148 

when I once of heav'nly 229 
when I stand before thy 150 
when thou hast done all, 164 
when we explore the end, 160 

* Angels as tonish'd view'd 277 

* principalities, 121 
sing before his throne 241 

* An infant we present to thee l. 19 

* Another day is at an end, 268 
Archangels left their high 68 
Are not the joys of God above 271 

* the children heirs of l. 21 

* we in e'er so great distress 175 

* you form'd a creature new, 287 
Arise, exert thy pow'r, 180 

* my spirit, bless the day, 14 
O happy soul! rejoice, 8 
then, and With due 225 

* ye who are captive led 9 
As a hen is us'd to g'ather 58 

a little child relies 61 

Bridegroom of the soul, the 72 
children we, are own'd by 66 
fallen creatures could not 1 
ground, when parch'd with 181 
his redeem 'd from this 226 
in tempestuous weather 264 
in thy temple, keep thou 77 
Leader, he before his people 72 
long as I have breath in me 177 

* long as Jesus Lord remains, 195 
Lord, none dare his sov'reign 72 
man, he pities my complaint 68 
Mary ador'd 139 
much when in the manger 68 
oft as I approach the holy 186 

* oft as we expect the favor, 231 
oft, this night, as my pulse 270 
our Head, us move and 143 
pardon'd sinners, we rejoice 119 
Peter reply'd, 139 
Shepherd, thou thy sheep 72 
Surety thou presentest 31 

* the branches are connected 168 
Thomas, with awe, 139 
thy chosen, blood-bought 253 

* 'twas of old, we now may 214 



INDEX. 



Asham'd of Jesus! oFmyGodl50i 

of Jesus! of my Lord, 150 

of Jesus! of that 150 

we own our great 153 

Assist and strengthen us, O 78 

and teach me how to 267 

Assure my conscience of her 79 

Assur'd that Christ our King 71 

Astonish'd at thy feet I fall; 156 

at thy footstool low 48 

At all times may we ready 142 

all times to my spirit bear 172 

his cross's foot now tarry, 36 

last God's servants 176 

* last he's blest, who by the 175 
nine was the Son of God 30 
parting from thy little fold, 53 
th 5 word of the Father, 51 

* three, Jesus cry'd, My God 30 
thy feet 154 
thy through-pierced feet 291 

Attend me, Lord, in all my 273 

* O Saviour, to our 191 
the gospel-trumpet 84 

* Author of the whole 269 

* Awake, and sing the song 184 

my heart; my soul 16 

* my soul, and with the 266 
Away then, doubts and 9 

B. 

Back, the scourges ploughed! 45 
Banish from me what's not 108 
Baptiz'd into his death, 227 

Bearing my sin's heavy load, 279 
the cross's weight, 43 

Bear then the reproach of 150 
Be especially intreated 223 

not cast down, nor frighted 11 

* not dismay'd in time of 92 

* of good cheer in all your 66 

* our comfort, which ne'er 114 
our Shepherd ev'ry day, 245 

* present at our table, Lord 273 

* present, Lord! tho' water l. 19 

* present with thy servants, 210 

* present with us, Lord our 227 
thou, dear child, in thy 271 
thou my only Treasure, 266 

- thou my pattern ;. let me 21 



Be thou our strength, be thou 133- 
thou the consolation, help 190 
thou with us; then indeed 260 

* thy wounds and cross 128 

* with me, Lord, where'er I 266 
Before my eyes of faith, 101 

* the Father's awful 133 

* the heav'ns were str etch' d 68 
the world I make my 110 
thou shalt as Judge 285 
thy face, O Lord most 56 

Behold! for fallen, guilty man 65 
him, all ye that pass by, 41 
his body stain'd with 38 
how he with Peter dealt, 81 

* how in Gethsemane 23 
I fall before ihy face; 8 
laid in a manger 14 

* my soul, the Lamb of 42 

* my soul, thy Saviour 122 
our God incarnate stands 85 
the great accuser cast ! 49 
the Lamb of God who 85 
the Lord Jesus ! 27 

* the loving Son of God, 39 
the man ! he's bearing 25 

* the Saviour of mankind, 40 

* the Saviour of the world, 38 

* to us a child is born, -10 

* us, Lord ! rough stones 142 

* us widows here, 263 

* what love the Father 65 
Beholding with deep reverence 37 
Believe, thou mourning sinner 80 

* Believing souls, rejoice and 48 

we rejoice; 102 

* Beloved youths, if 'tis your 250 
Besprinkled with thy precious 270 
Besprinkle him, O Jesus, Son 226 

* with thy blood my 163 
Bestow on me a simple mind 167 

* Bethany, O peaceful 114 
Bid me live, 154 

us call to mind thy cross 231 

Bless ev'ry thought and 266 

me this day, Lord Jesus ! 266 

O Lord! thy married 259 

* O my soul, the God of 183 
our cov'nanting together 217 

Bless'd Three! who bear 64 
Blessed are the meek in spirit 146 



INDEX. 



* 



Blessed are the poor in spirit ; 146 

* are we, if believing' 255 

* Jesus ! all our hearts 148 
name of Jesus ! 19 
they, who live to Jesus, 254 
who are ever ready 254 
who, without cessation 146 

Blessing- and praise we give 48 

* Blest are they, supremely 117 

are they who are despised 14/ 
arc they, who as poor 254 
are they, who follow 95 

are they, who, foll'wing 256 

* are they, who human 256 
are they, who in his 256 

* are they whose meditation 254 
are they, who suffer 147 
are they, who thro' his 256 

* be that sacred covenant 274 
Comforter, vouchsafe us 76 
lie, that comes to 17 
inhabitants of Zion, 193 
Jesus! what delicious 138 
.Mary, with a cheerful 254 
Saviour! condescend 53 

* soul! how sweetly dost 284 

* Bliss beyond compare, 1 1 1 
** Blood, WOfthy of praises! 27 

B >dy and soul's at thy 211 

Boldest foes dare never come 46 
Bonds and stripes and 150 

* Both to the seraph and the 17 

* Bow down, vc full'wers of 219 

* Bread of life, 237 
Break, O break this heart of 91 
Breast, which heaves with 43 
Breathe comfort, where 79 

* on these bones, so dry 79 
Breathless, and almost 26 

* Brethren, by Jesus Christ 252 

* let us join to bless 182 

* 'tis but meet to render 252 
would you please the 143 

Bride of the Lamb! I'm one 196 

* of the Lamb, thou 196 

* Burv'd in baptism with our 227 
But, ah ! how faint our 276 

alas ! the spark how small ! 44 
are there such among us 201 
as my strength is far too 30 
examine first your case, 232 



But give thyself, my Jesus, 107 
gracious Lord! when 1 156 
hence our confidence 39 

himself I must behold, 137 

how happy is the soul, that 141 
I am proud and headstrong' 244 
1 have trials to g-o thro' 210 
Jesus' blood and death 154 
Jesus Christ, the Son of 46 
O! I'm blind and ignorant; 103 
O! might we such brethren 253 
O! what ofPring shall I 107 
since my Saviour I have 94 

since words, the happiness 241 
sinners, who, with pungent 98 
tears of joy must ever flow 184 
t here's a voice of sov'reign 7 
thine all-seeing eye then 154 
thou dec 1 ares t in thy word, 286 
thou, my kind almighty 158 
thy reviving- gospel-word 87 
we can hope thy word and 208 
when He shows me how I 155 
while here I'm left behind, 44 
who can pay that mighty 141 
why do tears, gTief, and 116 
why was Jesus born in 13 

words can never fully tell 235 
yet his mercy to man's race 17 
yet she can in truth rejoice 226 

By all the saints around his 180 
all thou hast for me endur'd 282 
all thy grief, thy tears and 23 

* Christ we're screen'd with 174 
day and night our steps 246 
faith, I see the hour at 94 

faith I plunge into this sea 93 
faith, thro' outward cares 22 
faith, we claim him as our 133 
his blood shed the Lamb 126 
his own pow'r were all 68 

my own strength I can't 155 
none of all the human race 46 
one man's guilt we were 4 

sea and land, by night and 273 
thee, as Shepherd of the 190 
thee protected, gracious 195 
thifte illumination, 189 

this sacrament we are 233 

thy bitter agony, 279 

thy reconciling love 143 



INDEX. 



By thy Spirit me reprove 90 

thy Spirit's light 71 

* thy sweat, mix'd with blood 238 

* various maxims, forms and 94 



C. 



114 
65 

124 
52 



* Can any contemplation 

any ill distress my heart 

a woman's tender care 

we thy triumphs e'er 

Cast thy burden on the Lord 173 

Cause all disharmony and 78 

me, who now am thine, 235 

Chains of darkness, wherewith 253 

Chastise me, when I do amiss, 154 

Cheering" name of Jesus ! 19 

Cheer thy chosen witness, O 191 

* Cherish us with kindest 143 

* Children of God lack nothing 61 



of God, look up and 49 
of God, who walk by 71 

* Chosen souls, who now 217 

* Christ being risen from the 49 

* crucify'd! my soul, by 162 
crucify'd we own as God 207 
having all the law fulfill'd 5 
is our Head; each member 73 
is risen from the dead; 280 

* is the Vine, we branches 168 

* is the widow's Friend 263 

* Jesus is that precious 215 

* Jesus was to death abas'd 46 

* my Redeemer, Lord and 131 

* my Rock, my sure 280 
our ever blessed Saviour 150 

* our Saviour look on thee 218 

* the almighty Son of l 22 
theBread that came from 256 

* the Lord, the Lord most 16 

* the so v 'reign Lord of all, 17 
the true Paschal Lamb, 102 
thy all-atoning death 197 
thy atoning blood 88 

* thy flock doth hunger 236 

* thy wounds and bitter 33 

* was revealed in the flesh 232 

* who saves us by his cross 30 

* [ whom the virgin Mary 16 
Christ's agony; his death and 37 
f bitter death shall 282 

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Christ's meritorious sufferings 70 

* precious blood which 270 
ransom'd people rest 207 

Christians are not here below 148 

* dismiss your fear ; 48 

* Church of Christ, be glad: 195 

* of Christ, sing and 198 

* of Christ, thy 200 
who art arrayed 216 

Circumcise our sinful hearts 20 
Closely by love's sacred 280 

I'll follow Christ with 196 
join'd to thee, our Head 143 
Cloth'd in thy righteousness 90 
Cold mountains and the 21 

Come, all ye souls by sin 84 

* approach to Jesus' table 234 

* blessed Spirit, gracious 78 

* congregation! come and 24 

* faithful Shepherd! bind 155 

* Holy Ghost! come Lord 74 

* Holy Ghost! eternal God 78 

* Holy Ghost! inspire my 133 
Holy Ghost! my soul * 79 
Holy Ghost! the Saviour's 64 
Holy Ghost! with Jesus' 236 

* Holy Spirit come, 77 

* Holy Spirit! on us breathe 79 

* let us join our cheerful 183 

* Lord, and warm each 293 

* lowly souls, that mourn 228 
O my fellow-sinners, 86 

* Omy soul, and sing, 242 
saiththy bride who longs 277 
sinners, come, tho' vile 81 
sinners ! Jesus will receive 10 

* sinners, to the gospel- 84 
sinners, to your gracious 84 
sinners, view the Lamb 39 
sinners, view th' incarnate 11 
soon, O come, 292 
take me as thy property 244 
then, and to my soul 101 
then, let us follow 248 
then, ye needy sinners, 39 
thou divine Interpreter ! 2 
to me, saith the Lord, 86 
to the Jiving waters, 84 
worship at ImrnanuePs 73 
ye redeemed of the Lord 13 
ye sinners, poor and SS 



INDEX. 



Come ye that heavy laden are 82 
ye weary, heavy-laden, 83 

* Commit thou thy each 60 
Communing with the Lamb 165 
Compassion for man's fallen 38 
Complete thy work and crown 108 

thy work, my gracious 156 
ConceaPd amidst the gathering 95 
Concern'd for more grace 111 

* Confiding in thy name, 283 
Conqu'ring Lord! to heaven 289 
Convince us first of unbelief, 78 

us of our sin, 77 

us, that the Lamb was 79 

Could even all the love 151 

1 exalt thee worthily 134 

I with him spend all my 140 

we bear from one 132 

* we sinners fully tell, 241 
we tune our hearts and 25 
isd and deed are one 54 

me, dearest Jesus ! 278 
Countenance majestic 51 

Countless hosts before God's 292 
Cover'd with a holy shame, 83 
Creatures, with all their 55 

* Cross, reproach and 149 

D. 

Daily Jesus' nock thanks thee 75 

may I from thee receive 119 

to Jesus we'll look up, 247 

l>ay nor night 1 

Dead to the world when I'm 269 

* Dear brethren, let us take to 252 

* children, assembled to 249 
Comforter! receive our 63 

* heav'niy Father ! \ve adore 67 
Jesus! ev'ry smile of 293 
Jesus ! grant this my 162 

* Jesusl when I think on 138 

* Jesus ! wherein art thou 29 

* Lord! consume, yea, 108 
** Lord ! this congregation 231 

Lord! thy sov'reign aid 107 

* Lord! when I truce 119 
Lord! while we adoring 120 
Saviour ! I resign 104 
youths, O! that ye ail but 251 



* Dearest Jesus ! come to me, 133 

* Jesus ! we are here, 2 
Deep engrave it on our hearts 199 
Deeply convine'dof sin, I cry 151 
Deliver'd from this mortal * 288 

* Desponding soul, thou 173 
Devoutly yield thyself to 264 
Did but Jesus' love and merit 140 

ever mourner plead with 175 

* Didst thou, Lord Jesus, me 106 

thou not in our flesh 101 

thou thyself devise 235 

Direct, control, suggest this 266 

Do not despise, I pray, my 30 

thou with faith discharge 60 

what thou wilt with me; 89 

Doth howe'er in my frail 153 

* our gracious Saviour, 175 
Draw me, a sinner, unto thee, 82 

* me, O Father ! to the Son 67 
near; thou wilt discover, 51 
near to Jesus' table, 237 

* nigh to Christ your 162 
Due obedience thou didst 244 
Dust and ashes tho' we be, 95 
Dwell therefore in our hearts 78 



Each day unto my heart 108 

* division of thy fold 243 
moment draw from earth 107 

Earthly affections mortify, 163 
things do not regard; 174 
Earth's glory to inherit, 137 

Eat and rest — at this great 230 
E'er since, by faith, I saw the 42 
since his name we knew 266 

* Embrace us in the tender 246 
Endow me richly with thy 77 

the parents with thy 260 
Engrave this deeply in my 141 
Enjoy then, with the church, 226 
Enrich me always with thy 267 
Ere I close my eyes in slumber 270 

* I sleep, for ev'ry favor 270 
we taste — the rich repast, 230 



Eternal gates their leaves 
thanks be thine, 
Eternity's expansions, 



' Dearest brethren, be this our 253 I Everlasting praises, 



51 
124 
128 

51 



INDEX. 



Evil and few, as Jacob says 281 
Ev'ry island, sea and mountain 285 
Exalted on his glorious throne 94 



; Fain would I, dear Redeemer, 3 
would I think upon thy 113 

* Faith comes by li earing 93 

on Christ's declaration 237 

Faithful Lord! my only joy 211 

name of Jesus! 19 

to thee I now engage 105 

Faithfully thy Spirit me 152 

Fall at his cross's foot, 40 

Far, as from east to west, thy 59 

be gone all carnal reason 234 

* Farewell henceforth for ever 277 

world, thy gold is 41 

Father ! behold thy Son : 66 

I want a thankful heart; 157 

* of all, almighty Lord! 67 

* of Jesus Christ, our 227 
of Jesus, Lord of all ! 62 
of the con gregation, 63 

Fear not ; for this is he, 40 

* not; without reserve 158 
Feeling beforehand all the 224 
Fill us with peace and joy 261 
First-born of many brethren, 106 
First for his foes he intercedes 35 

let us duly count the cost 149 

* Fit us for thy service, Lord, 212 
Fix'd on this ground may I 93 
Fixing all our thoughts above 278 
Fix, O fix our wav'ring mind, 95 

on that face thine eye; 40 

thy temple, Saviour, in each 257 

Flesh I bear, and therefore 280 

* Flock of Christ! in 188 

* of Christ! with 239 

* of Jesus! be united; 144 
For all our meetings for each 189 

all put in authority 192 

all thy wounds painful, 28 

all who flee from Sinai's 80 
ever he abides the same, 158 
ever then remain engrav'd 122 
food he gives his flesh ; 242 

* grace I weep and pant; 151 
he thy casedoth understand 173 
Jesus' pardon, love and 101 



For mercy, mercy, Lord, I 157 
our brethren we should too 143 
our heav'nly Father's love, 76 
our sake, most gracious 259 
should I e'er so faithful 98 
such poor sinners, who of 100 

* that amazing love and 241 
that blessed day 250 
thee he hang's! my soul 184 
thee, O may I freely count, 141 
the Lamb of God 196 
therefore poor on earth he 12 
there thou choosest 193 
these our God hath 195 
this I'm longing, 193 
this, let men revile my 208 
thou art gracious, wise and 166 
thy death, 120 
thy teachings, heav'nly 75 
us these wonders hath he 12 
us to heav'n thou didst 53 
we, thro' grace are taught 101 
we, unworthy as we are, 264 
what is all the human race 10 
worthless me, (O godlike 44 
you the healing current 86 
Forbid, O Lord! each vain 155 

'Fore thee that's nought, 59 

* Fountain of being, Source 272 
Free from the noisy, busy 127 
Friend of my soul! O how 117 

of the friendless, and 175 
From all eternity, with love 130 
all false love cleanse ev'ry 257 
day to day, may we with 211 
each rival O deliver us ! 255 
grace to grace still farther 189 
him descends a beam of 110 

* life and grace (this we are 94 

* my own works at last I 156 
strife and tumult, God 192 

* the doctrines I'll ne'er waver 3 
thee I am, thro' thee I am, 58 
the provisions of thy house 57 
their being join'd in one, 142 
thence I'll be taught truly 31 
this very day 169 
thy majestic throne 220 
various cares my heart 171 
year to year, while we 246 

* Full to my view, — in bloody 126 



INDRX. 



Give grace that, as brethren 212 
me a lowly faithful mind, 210 
me an inly cheerful heart, 210 
me courage good, 71 

me grace, in all conditions 145 
me grace to walk with 153 
me the armor of the Spirit 96 

* me thy heart, my son, thus 107 
me thy strength, O God of 208 
me what thy own mind 210 

* thanks, that Jesus Christ 7 
to my eyes repenting tears 134 

* to our God immortal 56 

* to the winds thy fears 61 
unto all the needful gifts 190 
us an humble, active mind 247 
us an open door, 213 
us, O Lord! to feel thy 258 
us, ourselves and Christ 78 

* us thy Spirit, Lord, that 4 
Gladly our own poor works 181 
Gloomy thoughts must vanish 170 

* Glorious things of thee are 192 
Glory to God, who safe hath 266 

unto Jesus be! 49 

Go, all ye wise, without 148 

* follow the Saviour! 27 

* forth in spirit, go, 40 

* my soul, go ev'ry day 46 

* up, with shouts of praise, 52 
f witness of the suffering 215 
f ye flatt'ring visions, 166 
God be prais'd! they who 51 

can this hour with ev'ry 60 
fill thee with his heav'nly 271 
gives the victory ; 283 

* hath laid up in heav'n for 294 
f Holy Ghost! in mercy us 74 

* Holy Spirit! be for ever 76 
Holy Spirit ! now impart 4 

* in a garden, suffers in our 24 
in man's death takes no 92 
is mighty to deliver, 174 
is my Salvation 170 

* is my Saviour and my 170 
never yet mistakes hath 178 

* of my life! on thee I call, 175 

* omnipotent Creator! 267 
on these terms is reconciled 9 
€>ur Salvation, 193 



God rais'd him up, when he 47 

* reveals his presence! 179 
ruleth in heaven, almighty 182 
the Son, Redeemer 64 
who to all things being 16 
will the widows ne'er 262 
with us, 19 
with us ! we vow to thee 216 

* God's holy word, which 1 

only Son (stupendous 133 
Grace, and a sensation 152 

* Grace, grace! O that's a 99 

how exceeding great to 99 
is the only wish and 98 

* Gracious Father! bless this 221 

Lord! I wishlalone 108 
Lord! may we believe, 197 

* Lord, our Shepherd and 218 
Lord, who by thy 147 

* Lord! with one accord 221 
Redeemer, grant to us, 110 

* Redeemer, Lamb of God 157 

* Redeemer! thou hast 139 

* Redeemer, who for us 130 

* Saviour! bless thy 191 
Grant her to thee an ever 190 

I, impelled by thy love, 212 
me a harmless, dove-like 187 
me an upright, simple 187 
me but this firm faith, 235 
me but this, thou great 249 
me steadiness, 71 

me that meek and lowly 20 
me the grace, while I am 38 
me th' indisputable seal 79 
me to know thy blessed 211 

* most gracious Lamb of 108 
none among us may 209 
O Christ, thou Son of God 30 
that all of us may prove, 160 
that faithfully I may, 147 
that 1 never may despair 286 
that, 'mongstthy chosen 194 
that we all both young 201 
that we all may 190 
that we all, with heart 261 
that we may love thee 163 
that we may never lose 76 
thy comforts to my mind 15 
to me, Lord Jesus ! 289 
unto ev'ry married pair, 258 



INDEX. 



Grant unto us continually 246 

us a contented mind, 243 

us all to feel thy peace 191 

us, and all our children, 26u 

us each blessing", 192 

us, in meekness to 142 

us resignation 179 

us to increase 77 

us to obey, 77 

* Great High-Priest we view 27 

is the harvest, truly 214 

is the hidden mystery, 11 

* the feast, to which thou 236 

H. 

Had I an angel's heav'nly 184 

we angels' tongues 64 

Hadst thou not life and 259 

thou not sought me 131 

* Hail, all hail, victorious 50 

* Alpha and Omega, hail! 93 

* church of Christ, bought 196 
First and Last, thou great 94 

* thou wondrous Infant 16 

your dread Lord and ours 69 

* Happy I am : yet o'er my 289 

is each virgin's station 256 

* meditation 43 

* race — of witnesses! 229 
she who finds in Jesus 256 

* thechildrenwhoaregone 249 

* the children who betimes 249 

* the man whose highest 165 

* the souls to Jesus join'd 293 

* the souls who contrite 100 
they who are excited 256 
they who feel the healing 255 

* they who oft for Jesus 256 

* thrice happy hour of 242 
Hark ! his dying word, Forgive 41 

how he groans! while 40 

how the meek and 35 

* my soul ! it is the Lord 140 
O my soul! what sing 118 
the Father welcomes 51 

* the trump of God is 285 
Haste, my Beloved ! fetch my 294 

then, O Lord! to thee I 15r 
Hasten, as for brides is fitting 234 
Hath he not from our earliest 178 



Have patience with us sinners 76 
we thro' dang'rous paths 172 

* Head and Ruler of thy 223 

* of thv blest congregation 259 

* of tl)"y church ! behold us 219 

* of thy church! thy 259 

* of thy congregation, 218 
Heal me, O my soul's 32 

* us, Immanuel! here we 95 
Heai* him, ye deaf! his praise 184 

my requests, O Lord! 170 

* O Jesus! my complaints 91 
OLord, a parent's pray'r 260 
thou our hearts' desire, 278 

Heart-reviving is the view 123 
Heav'nly joy and holy 234 

* Heav'n's kingdom noneshall 226 
He as a poor, mean child was 15 

ascended up on high, 51 

at noon was on the cross, 30 
blesseth me so sensibly, 140 
bore the curse of all, 125 

built the. earth, he spread 57 
by his blood aton'd for sin 227 
calls us brethren, not 182 

came to seek and save the 10 
ever lives to intercede 54 

ev'ry where hath way, 61 

freely laid his majesty 89 

fulfill'd all righteousness, 20 
graciously regards our 262 

grants us, for our tears, 97 
guides my soul to living 131 
hath, by all he did and said 271 
hath dearly bought my soul 41 
hath himself the keys 49 

hath now his Godhead's 179 
hath with a pledgee of grace 233 
havingtriumpli'dover death 48 
in the days of feeble flesh, 54 
is and shall remain our 195 
is, as long as life shall last 279 
is mine, and I am his, 138 

is my All, my Sacrifice and 186 
is our Master, Lord and 208 
is our Saviour and High- 261 
is the blessed Paschal Lamb 47 
is the Life, by whom all 72 
is the Rock ; how firm he 73 
is the Rock, on whom we 72 
is the Sun of 12 and 74 



INDEX. 



•fie is the Vine ; his beav'nly 73 
knows the hours for joy and 60 
laid his glory by, 70 

left his Father's throne 101 
left his radiant throne on 120 
loves and values me, I him 275 
meekly all our sorrows bore 9 
ne'er shall weep more 250 

pardon'd me, like Magdalen 50 
prospers all his servants' 205 
rests now in peace 250 

riseth, who mankind hath 49 
said, " My flesh is truly 233 
saith to us repeatedly, 262 

sees us willing slaves 70 

sent his Son with pow'r to 57 
show'rs his choicest 233 

sings now above, 250 

speaks; and,list'ningto his 184 
subdu'd th' infernal pow'rs 86 

* that confides in his Creator 60 
took such in his arms on 283 
wash'd away my ev'ry stain 8 
was offer 'd on the tree, 90 
when this feast was first 235 
who in self-righteousness 232 
who is by Christ directed, 166 
who is to Jesus Christ, 145 
who Jesus' mercy knows 232 
who nought but Christ 166 
w hop repar ' d fo r e v 'ry bird 1 3 
who rules both heav'n and 15 

* who striveth for 161 
who the wants of all 16 
who was scorned on the 207 
who, without delay, 250 
will present our soids 184 

He'll never quench the 54 

He's full of grace and truth 89 

merciful and kind 96 

mock'd and defamed, 27 

yours, with all his merit 162 

Heirs of salvation, 276 

Help us, O Lord ! to watch 287 

us thy pleasure to fulfil, 67 

Heralds of grace would ye 207 

Here all our wants are well 237 

* are we children poor and 246 
by faith, we're humbly 194 
by Jesus' precious blood 290 

* come I, my Shepherd, 92 



Here doth the Lord of life 4% 
I behold, as in a glass, 40 
I forget my cares and 39 
I'll sit for ever viewing 127 

* in thy presence, we appear 3 
is an ensign on a hill : 40 
is a pasture rich and 115 
is our hand; us, Lord, 197 
is the place, where weary 44 
it is good for us to lje! 241 
it is I find my heaven, 127 
many faithful souls are 206 
more than Tabor's 241 
pardon, life, and joys 133 
(saith our kind, 236 
we now — must humbly 230 
will I stay, and gaze 4Q 
will 1 stay, engag'd 44 

Here's a task, may parents 260 
Hereby we stand, 215 

Hereto we cheerful say, Amen 206 
Herrnhut, the xMost High's 217 
Hidden from all ages past 43 

in Christ the treasure 103 
Highest King and Priest, 71 

* High in the heav'ns, eternal 57 

* on his everlasting throne 205 
Highly favor'd church ! thou 198 

* favor'd congregation ! 194 

* High-Priest of thy church 204 

on thee 1 cail; 73 

Him in his glorious realm they 293 
1 shall see, whose love to 293 
His blest people, still on earth 285 
blood thy cause will plead: 40 
blood, which did for you 52 
boundless years can ne'er 56 
church is still his joy and 49 
comforts daily me sustain 173 
cries andpray'rs — his bitter 126 
cross see your Saviour 28 

ears are open night and day 251 
enliv'ning countenance 218 
eye the world at once looks 205 
flesh is torn with whips and 40 
goodness and his mercies 131 
good Spirit's blest 57 

grace subdues the pow'r of 183 
holy name for ever be 49 

holy Spirit we receive, 98 

looks ofgrace insure always 140 



INDEX. 



His love is mighty to compel 84 
love produeeth love; 256 

love, what angel's thought 120 
loving-kindness those shall 166 
matchless worth none can 126 
mercy claims our highest 219 
mercy ev'ry sinner claims ; 245 
meritorious industry, 247 

redeem 'd his praise show 49 
resurrection's pow'r divine, 47 
shame to all will be 287 

Spirit cheers my spirit 169 
Spirit is the Sov'reign 169 

Spirit purifies the heart 96 
Spirit teacheth us to know 259 
sufferings have deliver 'd 284 
thorns and nails pierce 39 

word's a lamp unto my feet 4 
words with due attention 1<±9 
wounds are open fountains 85 

Hither each afflicted soul 232 
sinners, all repair, 44 

* Ho ! ev'ry one that thirsts 84 

ye needy, come and 83 

* Hold o'er thy church, Lord 203 

over us thy gracious 191 

Holy awe pervades my heart 50 

Ghost, eternal God! 2 

* Ghost, thou God and Lord 75 
Ghost! we praise thee 64 
holy, holy, in earth and 51 

* holy, holy! sings th' 277 

* Lamb, andPrince of peace 147 
Lord ! by thy body giv'n 46 

* Lord, holy and almighty 1 
name of Jesus ! 19 
Spirit ! we adore thee, 63 

* Trinity! 64 
Honor to the almighty Three, 64 
Hosanna! Hosanna! 248 

to the royal Son 17 

' to the Son—of David 71 

* How amiable thy habitations 193 

* blest am I, most gracious 116 

* blest are we, when we 240 
blest he is who weigheth 45 
blest, how excellent and 135 
blest, when we can say 291 

* bold and vain tlr attempt 203 

* bright appears the MorningllO 



* How can a sinner here below 166 

* can I view the slaugliter'd 128 
could I bear the guilt of 281 

* could I bear to be partaker 164 
couldst thou love such 133 
do J, with spirit's hunger 234 
do we blush with conscious 21 
doth the old corruption 154 
fast can love-cords bind 145 
glad am I, that I have 282 
glad am I, that thou so 155 
great and wondrous was 46 

* great at last my joy will 150 

* great the bliss to be a 115 

* greatly doth my soul 288 
greatly man incenses 31 
happy feels a contrite 50 

* happy we, when guilt is 171 

* heart-affecting Christ to 248 
highly blest, how happy 115 
highly favor 'd had I been, 37 
highly wonderful is this 29 
is Jesus' sacred soul 24 
is my soul delighted! 122 

* lost was my condition, 102 
merciful art thou, O God 103 
much better thou'rt 271 

* much we're lov'd by God 134 

* pleasant is love's harmony 144 
pleasant is our lot, yea 116 
pleasing 'tis a new-born 81 
precious are thy thoughts 161 

* sad our state by nature is 7 

* shall a young man cleanse 251 

* shall I meet my Saviour ? 11 
should I, slaughter' d 234 

* soon, exalted Jesus ! 279 
soon, when Satan tempts, 156 

* sweetly this our brother 284 

* sweet the name of Jesus 18 
sweet the precious g'ospel 184 
that blest moment I regard 37 
the blood, which from thee 234 
vast is here display'd, 234 
very weak I am, 104 

* well, O Lord, art thou thy 59 
wondrous thy love 153 
wretched they who still 10 

However weak and helpless 129 
Human reason is too shallow 234 



INDEX. 



Humbly, Lord Christ, I thee 281 
Hungry and thirsty after thee 112 
* Hush, dear child, lie still 271 



* I am a poor sinner ; 1 52 

am assur'd, nor life, nor 277 
am lost in wonder, 293 

am of my salvation 155 

am the chief of sinners, yea 131 

* ask not honor, pomp or 163 
confess, O Lord! with deep 152 
confidently do believe, 66 
daily drink the healing 186 
deliver'd thee, when bound 141 
do not praise my lab'ring 58 
fail at thy feet; 119 
feel how much in debt I 124 
feel the load of sin so vast 90 
fuliy am assured, 122 
give thee thanks unfeigned, 29 
gladly will show forth thy 155 
go hence at th' appointed 281 
hear ih' enraptur'd song, 291 
I, and my transgressions, 31 
in the dust adore, 104 

* kneel in spirit at my 41 
know, I worthless am, 133 
know my poverty; 88 
know, that in myself I 186 
know, that nought in me 151 

* know that thro' thy grace 151 

* know the weakness of my 158 
know, thro' mercy free, 133 
know, 'tis not the same, 88 
lay in fetters groaning; 11 
live now, and to God myself 241 
look to Golgotha; 123 
love his people and their 247 
love his tears and sufferings 247 
love mount Calv'ry, where 247 

* love the Lord who dy'd for 246 
love to hear that he was 247 
love to think the time will 247 
now believe, in thee 91 
now my soul and frail abode 269 
now wish to be 119 
of his body om a limb; 282 
once was wholly dead 104 & 154 
ought to have been pained, 31 



1 own the fault mine : 139 

recommend myself for ever 95 
resign myself to thee; 108 

saw One hanging on a tree 102 
see him in the garden 122 

see him lead a suffering life 94 
see him look with pity down 94 
see his countenance defiled 26 
see his hands and feet 26 

see my Saviour kneeling, 23 
see my Saviour languish 25 
see thee scourg'd, plung'd 29 
send my cries unto the Lord 4 
shall, when time is o'er, 278 
sinful worm, with awe 41 

tell the hours and days and 277 
thank thee, gracious Lord, 15 
thank thee, that in mercy 108 
thank thee, with sincerest 131 
thee adore, my gracious 105 
thirst! thou didst upon the 80 
thy unworthy child, 88 

trust my guilt was done 91 
unworthy sinner, 125 

view in thee, thou wan and 44 
view the Lamb in his own 101 

* will a little pilgrim be, 247 
will my heart to thee resign 247 

* will rejoice in God my 18 

* will sing to my Creator 57 
wish, as faithful christians 163 

* with the fallen human race, 8 

* would go from pole to pole 50 
I'll be like Magd'len at thy 89 

be my flesh denying, 31 

be with the beholders, 31 

* glory in nothing but only in 137 
go with thee, my Saviour, 25 
here with thee continue, 29 
make thy wondrous dying 244 
never cease repeating 103 

* praise thee with my heart 177 

* spare all needless thinking, 173 
speak the honors of thy 19 
trust my great Physician's 174 
weep, whene'er he's not to 139 

I'm lost in wonder and amaze 23 
often stubborn, vain and 243 

* overcome with humble 127 
well assur'd, 186 

If any thing in us appears 160 



INDEX. 



If done V obey thy laws, 267 

tally thou wilt take me 244 

* father, mother, children, 149 
he his grace on us confer, 247 
I were free from all 210 
Jesus should appear, 278 
my sins' burden would 117 
once the plough in hand 149 
one member honor'd be, 143 
question'd by thee : 111 
the Lord protect me, 170 
there's a fervor in my soul 113 
thou, O Comforter ! 78 
thou partakes t of his grace 271 
thou thro' thorny paths wilt 117 
thou wilt have me longer 245 
to Jesus they appeal, 118 
unto us our friends are 245 
we are to thy cause but 212 
we in Jesus' saving name 159 
we thy rich forgiveness 256 
we, when by guilt oppressed 251 
we, with uprightness, 251 
with willing resignation, 174 
yet, while pardon may be 286 

Immanuel, incarnate God! 16 
our Brother now, 276 

* to thee we sing, 15 

* Immanuel's meritorious tears 20 
Impart to us that needful 246 
Impress thy wounds upon my 154 
Imprint thine image in my 244 
In a moment stands before 100 

* age and feebleness extreme 280 
all I think, or speak, or do 22 
all our griefs he takes a 54 
all wants, in all distresses 200 
all we do, constrain' d by 47 
bread and wine to them he 229 
ceaseless happiness they 249 
childhood and in youth 266 
converse make me tractable 187 
darkest shades, if thou 268 
darkness we stray'd, 76 
distress be thou my Saviour 273 
electing grace rejoice; 218 

* evil long I took delight, 102 
fine, spotless linen drest, 290 

* God, the mighty Lord of 261 
him complete I shine; 126 
him I trust for evermore ; 98 

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In him we live and move, 272 
his great atonement 289 

* holy writ it is avow'd; 93 

* humble, grateful lays, 185 

* Jesus' love and peace, 205 

* joyful hymns of praise, 185 

* labor, or at rest, O Lord, 201 
life, they witness this, with 207 
liveliest manner 248 
lively colors, Jesus, draw 127 
love remember this thy 220 

* lying down to take my rest 268 
manifested love explain 101 

* mercy, Lord, remember 269 

* mercy, Lord, this grace 212 
mutual love and harmony 258 
my body when restor'd 281 
my distress, I rais'd with 177 
my forlorn condition 103 & 123 
Olivet's garden, 28 
our degree and measure, 201 

* our short warfare here 212 

* peace will I lie down to 270 
peace with all may I be 187 
pity look upon my need; 87 
search of empty joys below 85 
servant's form, lo ! he 17 
spirit we behold him, 233 
suff 'ring be thy love my 130 
temptation may we firmly 257 
that ever lovely, heart- 289 

* that important, doleful 229 
that most dark and doleful 229 
that most precious river 243 
the dust we sink before . 223 
the glorious presence 289 
the grave for me he lay; 50 
the hope of all this joy, 285 
the morn, at the sixth 30 

* th' name of Jesus Christ 225 
the Redeemer, as my Head 93 

* thee I live, and move, and 58 
thee I trust by faith, 123 

* thee, O Christ, is all my 89 
these degen'rate evil days, 2 
these our days exalt thy 206 

* thine image, Lord, thou 6 
this vain and wretched 260 

* this world, so full of snares 261 
thy death is all my trust ; 44 
thy family, Q Jesus ! 194 



INDEX. 



In thy garden here below, 168 
thy grace my children keep 261 

* thy love and knowledge, 168 
thy most precious blood, 104 
thy righteousness array'd, 20 
thy wounds, O Jesus ! 125 
want, my plentiful supply, 113 
weakness, pow'r divine he 166 
wisdom, infinite thou art: 55 

Inclin'd to me in tenderness, 8 

* Incline thine ear in favor 221 
Indeed, had Jesus ne'er been 172 

* Infinite Source, whence all 13 
Inspire our hearts with mutual 225 
Into death's jaws thou leaping 31 
Is crucify'd for me and you, 41 

* God my strong salvation ? 169 

* that my dearest Brother ? 233 
there a thing beneath the 106 
there a thing that moves 118 
there a thing that warms 197 

* this indeed our happy lot, 206 
Israel's seed — from slav'ry 229 
It also shows God's boundless 1 

caus'd thee pain, O Son of 104 
gathers God's elected flock 2 
is as tho' my eyes now 37 

makes the wounded spirit 18 
ne'er can be expressed 200 

plain appear eth, 193 

Its fresh representation 31 

J. 

Jeers and stripes and mock'rics 24 

•Jehovah! holy Lamb 144 

in thy person show 101 

is thy name 70 

Jerusalem, the church above 288 

* Jesus, accept the thanks and 261 

all-creating Word, 219 

all our souls inspire 142 

* all praise is due to thee 12 
and didst thou bleed for 40 

* and shall it ever be 150 
as water well apply'd 227 
at my dissolution 32 
at thy blest appearing 289 
be endless praise to thee 9 
blessed Jesus! 19 

* by thy almighty power 282 



* Jesus, by thy Holy Spirit 162 

* Christ, thou Leading 148 
Christ, who bled and 219 
cometh to fulfil 239 
cur'd my soul's infection 105 
gives us life and peace 19 

* God of our salvation! 223 

* grant me to inherit 145 
great High-Priest of our 224 

* hath procur'd salvation 251 
h ear my f erven t c ry ! 1 08 
hear my supplication 12 

* hear our prayer 271 

* hear our supplication 204 

* how great was thy desire 230 

* I am richly blest 35 
I humbly thee implore 165 

* I love thee fervently 141 

* 1 love thy charming name 18 
I never can forget 34 
is my joy 111 

* is my light most fair 137 

* is our highest Good 19 
is the loveliest name 15 
is worthy to receive 183 

* knit all our hearts to 221 

* Lord most great and 146 
Lord of the creation, 234 
lo ! to thee we bow ; 182 

* makes my heart rejoice 239 
my All in all thou art 113 

* my Ail, my highest Good 170 

* my All, my soul's best 173 

* my highest Treasure! 136 

* my King! thy kind and 115 

* my Lord, my God! 70 
my only God and Lord! 171 

* my Saviour, full of grace 112 
my Shepherd, Saviour, 18 

* O may we thee obey, 220 

* our glorious Head and 97 

* our Guardian, Guide and 175 

* our Helper in all need, 262 

* our High -Priest and our 53 

* Redeemer of mankind, 132 
seek thv wand'ring sheep, 90 

* slaughter'd Prince of 199 

* Source of gladness, 170 

* Source of my salvation, 33 

* th' almighty Son of God, 9 

* the children's dearest 246 






INDEX. 



* Jesus the church's Lord and 159 

the hind'rance show, 90 

* the Lord, our Shepherd 245 
the name that charms 183 
the Rock on which I 18 
thee alone I call 139 
thee I view in spirit, 32 
their work delighted sees 205 
therefore, let us own; 20 

* thou art my heart's 109 
thou art my King-; praises 73 
thou art my King-; to me 69 

* thou art my salvation: 273 
thou art reveaPd 117 
thou fain wouldst have 1(53 
thou my only Rest, 137 

* thou Source'of life! 239 
thy dying love 123 

* thy light again I view, 107 

* thy love exceeds by far 132 

* thyself to us reveal; 163 

* thy word is my delight; 3 
to thee I bow," 126 

* to thee our souls we 247 
we look up to thee : 143 

* we now devote to thee 253 
when in majesty 15 
when stern justice said, 19 
when thy blessings 152 
who art the Tree 73 
who came to save, 283 

* who dy'd, is now 53 

* who dy'd, the world to 49 

* who for me hast dy'd: 168 
who hast once been dead 35 

* who is always near, 50 
who pass'd the angels by 276 
who to save hast pow'r, 241 

* who with thee can 71 

* whose hands once piere'd 118 

* will I never leave ; 138 
wipes away their tears, 118 
yieldeth up his spirit : 289 
yields me delectation : 105 

Jesus' body once interred 289 
bride, his congregation 234 
death thy strength 200 

* life of grief and sorrows 289 

* love unbounded 152 

* mercies never fail 272 

* name, source of life and 19 



John's portion so blest 111 

Join'd in one spirit to our 274 
Join earth and heaven to 126 

his church m this 200 

Joseph, having leave obtain'd 30 
Joy for thy torments we 38 

* Judge me now, my God and 287 
Just as thou art to Jesus 80 

ready for slaughter, 28 

Justice and truth maintain €9 

K. 

Keep thou me, a feeble child 147 
Kindle within me and preserve 77 
Known to thee, whose eyes 91 

L. 

Lamb of God, all praise to 196 

* of God beloved! 125 
of God ! display the 15o 

* of God ! I look to thee ! 244 
of God, most holy! 51 

* of God, my Saviour ! O 21 
of God, mv Saviour ! thou 45 
of God! thoushalt 25 
of God! thus dearest 43 

* of God! — thy precious 126 

* of God ! who thee receive 94 
once slain for sinners 290 

Lead us so, that we may 163 

Leave to his sovereign sway 61 

Let all, with love and filial 67 

ev'ry tribe, and ev'ry tongue 71 

* hearts and tongues "unite, 265 
human arts make others 3 
me, above all fulfil 244 
me by faith behold thy face 138 

* me dwell on Golgotha, 41 
me in all things conqu'ror 162 
me my weary mind recline 171 
me perceive "thy friendly, 137 
mercy pardon all our crimes 67 
more unto thy church 209 
my life and conversation 267 
neither honors, pomp nor 167 
no false comfort lift us up 79 
not conscience make you 83 
not temptation us befal 67 
nothing dwell within my 135 



INDEX. 



Let nothing in our souls take 245 
our beginnings be 213 

our children, gracious 260 
the fuls e raptures of the 2 

* the splendor of thy word 4 
the sweet work of pray'r 250 
the whole earth his pow'r 183 

* the world hear! 214 
thy pow'r divine, we pray, 241 
thy Spirit, which is Truth 216 
us call to mind with joy 290 
us for each other care, 143 
us, 'fore thee abased, 202 
us from all our sins be 236 
us raise our minds above 281 
us then, with the heav'nly 48 
us things excellent discern, 247 
us walk the narrow way 287 

Life deriving from thy death, 95 
thou dy'dst for me, 71 

* Lift up thy piere'd hands 202 

your hearts and voices 15 

Like her, with hopes and 95 

the king of Salem, 236 

* Lo! he cometh! countless 285 

he in the manger licth ; 12 
methinks, his body, 45 

th'incarnateCod ascended83 
this is the race 148 

we fall down with filial 129 
Long as I live, 186 

* ere the lofty skies were 56 

* I strove my God to love 90 
my imprison'd spirit lay 101 
this was from my sight 158 

Long-suff'ring, merciful and 110 

* Look on ev'ry married pair, 260 

on me! 154 

up, and see! 42 

Lord! assist us in the needful 255 

at my dissolution 29 

* at thy feet asham'd we 214 

* bless what thou provided 273 
by the power of thy death 238 
by thy Spirit us prepare 206 

* Christ! 1 give thee praises 242 
Christ! 1 thank thee for 229 

* Christ! reveal thy holy 216 
come, dwell within us, 179 
conform us to thy death 20 
do not in displeasure 170 



Lord! dost thou suffer thus 23 
evermore to us be giv'n 273 
for grace we thee entreat 216 
for the sake of thy dear 269 
from such teachers us 3 

give us an attentive ear, 188 

* God, Abba, Father ! 63 
God almighty! ceaseless 56 

* God, our Salvation ! 215 

* God! thy praise we sing 176 
grant me thy protection 29 
grant me thy salvation 26 
grant thy benediction 264 

* grant thy servants grace 210 

* grant luinc a simple 167 
grant us a forgiving 142 

* grant us, tho' deeply 212 

* had 1 of thy love 134 
have mercy on each land 210 

* how divine thy comforts 236 
lam thine! O take me 119 

* I am vile, conceived in sin 8 
I approach thy mercy- 87 

* I contemplate with delight 56 
I despair myself to heal, 156 
I'll praise thee now and 32 
I look back to see 102 
in ev'ry sore oppression 33 
in the day thou art about 59 

* in the morning when I 268 

* in thy namejw go our 273 
it is my chTer^fcwiplaint 141 
Jesus, be for evermore 217 

* Jesus, be near! 168 

* Jesus by thy death, 205 
Jesus Christ! afford me 174 
Jesus Christ, all praise to 99 

* Jesus Christ! if thou 92 
Jesus Christ! in thee 88 
Jesus Christ, my Life and 268 

* Jesus Christ ! my sov'reign 87 
Jesus Christ! O may I 166 

* Jesus Christ, thy body's 188 
Jesus Christ, we pray, be 225 
Jesus Christ! who is like 268 

* Jesus! for our call of 220 

* Jesus, Fountain of my 282 

* Jesus ! from thy pierced 227 
Jesus ! in that very night 144 

* Jesus ! in thy presence 217 
Jesus! let us be thine 204 



INDEX. 



Lord Jesu9 ! may each married258 

* Jesus ! may I constantly, 268 
Jesus ! may the blood, 236 

* Jesus! may thy blood- 189 

* Jesus ! 'mongst thy flock 265 

* Jesus! my most faithful 157 

* Jesus! mypray'r 111 
Jesus ! receive 153 

* Jesus! sanctify thou me, 162 
Jesus, thine we wish to 64 
Jesus ! thou my Shepherd 109 

* Jesus ! thro' all temp'ral 268 

* Jesus! thy atonement 164 

* Jesus ! 'tis with us thy 148 
Jesus ! to our hearts 223 
Jesus ! unto me impart 243 

* Jesus! we bless thee that 248 
Jesus! we would fain 265 

* Jesus ! when I trace 18 
Jesus ! when we trace 203 

* Jesus ! who for me 123 

* Jesus ! who hast called 209 
Jesus ! who is like to thee 37 

* Jesus! with thy children 2 

* Jesus ! with thy presence 191 
lead us in thy holy ways 216 
let thy bitter passion 33 

* let thy blest angelic 283 

* let thy presence with us 274 
let us be increasing 71 
look on me, 'midst ail my 243 
may I live to thee by 279 

* may not one amongst us 203 

* may the congregation, ,202 
may thy Jove with 256 
my body, soul and spirit 267 

* my times are in thy hand 579 
of the harvest! lab'rers 213 
of thy wondrous love, 235 
our God! may thy precious 1 
our High-Priest and 189 
our matchless Friend and 63 
receive our thanks and 218 

* shouldst thou be induced 159 
strengthen thou my heart 88 

* take my heart, just as it 107 
t teach me how to prize 204 

tlie gifts thou dost 272 

thou hast chosen us, that 1*68 

* thou m ad's t the universe 108 
thy bodv ne'er forsake 197 

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Lord, thy body's Saviour, com.l 42 

* thy body's Saviour, Shep. 204 

* thy church's Rock, 224 
thy deep humiliation 32 

* to thy people aid dispense 215 
we fain w ou 1 d tru s t th ee 27 
what is man ? a clod of 281 

* when before the Father's 220 

* when thou saidst, " So let 56 
while my faith to thee 96 

* whither can I sinner flee 279 

* who ordain'dst the 258 

* with ev'ry needful grace 191 
Love and grief my heart 127 

before I life obtained, 6 

caue'd thy incarnation, 11 

* God with all thy heart 164 
he most strongly did 144 
is his nature still; 151 
my Life, and my Salvation 6 
so strikingly displayed 34- 
th ou me wilt raise to 6 
thy yoke I gladly carry; 6 
who, as my bleeding 34 
wh o h as t for m e end ur ed d . 34 
who hast for me endured ke. 6 
who interced'-st in heaven 6 

* Lover of little children ! 245 
Lovely name of Jesus 19 
Loving Jesus, holy Lamb ! 244 
Low at thy feet O may I bow 244 

M. 

Make me clean ; my whole 154 

* my calling and election 280 
my heart a garden fair, 168 
thou us monuments of 240 
us all one heart and mind 143 

* Maker of all things, Lord 17 

* Many complaints to Christ 187 
May all our pastors who 189 

* all those blessings on us 22 
all 4ihy people, far and 189 
Christ continue still to 287 

* XJhristthee sanctify and x. 27 
ev'ry drop of blood 235 
he give us -his unction, 189 
his presence-constantly 188 
I be faithful to thy call, 106 
I be serious, childlike too 187 

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INDEX. 



May I, of thy chosen bride, 137 
I still enjoy this feeling, 127 
I 10 thee, in ail my wants 112 
in my heart's recesses 278 
it to the world appear, 142 
Jesus Christ the spotless 22 

* Jesus' grace and blessing 267 
many wild uncultivated 215 
none of us, while we abide 246 
our mind and whole 164 
spirit, soul and body be 160 
that refresh us while we 270 

» the grace of Christ, our 64 

* the stream from thee the 239 
this each day be my 124 
this ever -blessed hope 292 
this place exist no 217 
thy blest Spirit to my 112 
thy ransom'd people, 199 
thy whole flock, by thee 189 
to Jesus, while we're 239 
we a grateful sense retain 38 
we all be ever so disposed 162 
we always have in view 290 
we, by Jesus' love 259 
we enjoy thy saving grace 272 
we faithful in our service 210 
we fix the eye of faith 262 
we show forth continually 201 
we so captivated be 242 
we this testament fulfil, 144 
we, tho' gifts be manifold 142 
we thy mind still better 246 
we to thee, our Shepherd, 224 

May'st thou live to know and 271 
thou with us thy 202 

Meanwhile, God, the Holy 264 
his promises we 182 
I'll love and thank 45 
that we might bear 235 

Meekness and true humility 254 

* Meek, patient Lamb of God 167 

they are to all 142 

Me, heavy-laden sinner, hear! 87 

nor the saints on earth can 89 

thy all-seeing eye 104 

with thy giadd'ning oil 106 

Mention to him ev'ry want 174 

.Mere mercy 'tis that thou 106 

* Met around the sacred tomb 43 
Methinks, 1 hear them joyful 249 



* Midst all trials may I cleave 173 

danger's blackest 180 

* the trials we experience 264 
Might all his loving heart but 81 

ev'ry one, who knows us 202 
1 in thy sight appear, 90 
we, like Anna persevere, 262 

* we unto our Saviour 251 
Mighty God ! we humbly pray 160 
Mine is an unchanging love, 141 

* Mistaken souls! that dream 96 

* Monarch of all ! with humble 55 

* More than Shepherd's 240 
Mortals with joy beheld his 68 

* Most awful sight! my heart 23 

faithful Lord! thyself 210 
gracious Comfoner! we 75 

* gracious God! to thee we 4 
gracious God and Lord 123 
gracious Lord — Eternal 63 
gracious Saviour! to 254 
holy and almighty Lord! 2 

* holy, blessed Trinity ! 62 

* holy Lord and God! 46 

* holy Lord, mankind's 261 
holy Lord! thou know'st 232 
merciful Saviour! who 63 
who enter your blest 194 

* Mount Zion, where the 288 
Mourn, whene'er thou hast 174 
Mourning souls are truly 256 

souls, dry up your 86 
Much of my dubious life is 264 

* My All in all, my faithful 120 

blessed Saviour ! is thy love 132 

* body's weak, my heart 275 

* case to thee is fully known 158 
conscience felt, and own'd 102 

* dear Redeemer, God and 21 
dearest Lord! shouldst 136 
debt to thee, God, who art 38 
earnest pray'r, while absent 140 

* faith shall triumph o'er the 286 
faith victorious now doth 288 
faith would lay the hand 102 
faithless heart, O gracious 157 
fav'rite theme is Jesus : 122 
flesh meanwhile doth rest 281 

* God a Man! a man indeed! 20 
God ! and can a needy child 279 

* God! the Spring of all my 268 



INDEX. 



Mv griefs and cares, to thee 66 
guilt is canceled quite* I 140 

* happy lot is here, 280 
heart in thee and in thy 151 
heart no condemnation fears 8 
heart, while here 'tis 33 
heart with fervor 193 
heart with love is glowing', 25 
heart's fix'd on Jesus, whose 138 
Jesus and his merit 169 I 
Jesus is always desirous to 138 j 
King benign! 112 j 
King! thy noble statutes 148; 

* life I now to God resign 281 1 

* life-supplying element 37 j 
lips shall be employ'd to 247 j 

* Lord and God! 291; 
f Lord! how great the favor 103 j 

* lot of grace will be always 293 I 
loving friends, farewell, 275 
mind enlighten with thy 103 :■ 
only joy and comfort here 112 
Portion is the Lord ; 97 
pray'ris: Jesus! let me 157 
ransom from the pow'r of sin 8 

* Redeemer knoweth me, 174 

* Redeemer, overwhelmed 24 
Salvation welcome be; 15 
Saviour, by his saving grace 288 
Saviour learned Joseph's 20 

* Saviour left his throne and 119 

* Saviour sinners doth receive 81 

* Saviour's pierced side 238 
Saviour takes notice of 138 

* Saviour! that I, without 165 

* Saviour ! thou thy love to 130 
Saviour was betrayed, 25 

* Shepherd is the Lamb, 240 
sin I feel, my guilt I know; 8 
sins, as num'rous as the 38 
song in thy great loveliness 34 

* song shall bless the Lord of 68 

* soul, awake ! and render 266 

* soul before thee prostrate 151 
soul, don't delay; 148 
soul, obey the gracious call 7 

* soul ! prepare to meet 234 
soul! then with assurance 61 
soul, tho' deeply bow'd 117 
soul! tho' here by various 176 

* soul waketh oh the Lord, 218 



My soul's welfare he advances 57 
spirit now, with solemn, 23 
table he doth, spread 240 

yoke, saith Christ, upon you 149 

X. 

Naked I came into this world, 58 
Name for ever sacred, 19 

Nature's reluctance over-rule 105 
Nay more, the poor returns I 140 
Near Jesus' cross I tarry, 122 
Nearer and nearer draw us 191 

* Ne'er dejected, — unaffected 187 
Never may 1 depart from thee 6 

* yet hath in this world, 143 
Next take to heart his anguish 35 
Nigh to. thee draw me! 71 
No blessing he denieth, 272 

condemnation now 1 dread 101 
drop of blood thou deem'dst 37 

* farther go to night, but 270 
fearless I'll, in deed and 208 
flaming sword doth guard 41 
holiness avail eth 159 
limits thee can circumscribe 54 
longer burns our love 78 
man can truly say, 78 
m an of greater love c an 132 

* more with trembling heart 171 
mortal doth know 148 
my soul he cannot leave, 280 
sinful man's endeavor, 11 
spoil'd creature had been 259 
wonder, therefore, that we 93 

* None but Christ, my Saviour 131 

can be so o'erwhelm'd 171 

* God the Father's favor 165 
in his own wisdom trusts 142 
is so holy, pure and just 100 

Nor hath the King of grace 294 
is there any other way 100 
joy nor grief, nor time nor 274 

* Not all the angels of the sky 184 

* all the blood of beasts 102 

* one of Adam's race, 8 

* Nothing but thy blood, O 92 

else can ease our burden 92 

you in exchange need 84 

Nought but blessings he for 253 

but Jesus' grace, his 200 



INDEX. 



Nought can disturb this heir 284 
in this world affords 112 
on earth can satisfy 138 

Now a new scene of time 264 
all tears are wip'd away 285 

* beg-in the heav'nly theme S6 
behold him weeping", 24 
bless and praise the 233 
dear Brethren ! know ye 217 
dearest Lord! we inly 99 
doth our Lord, the Son of 65 

9 haste, my soul, with awe 44 

* I have found the ground 92 
I'll lie down and safely 268 
is come our time sabbatic 234 
is his sympathizing heart 81 
let all say, Amen! 290 

* let us join with hearts 276 

* let us praise the Lord 180 

* l*ord, who in this vale of 294 
ready stand, 287 

* rest in peace! 284 

* sing*, thou happy church 65 
the conflict is decided, 257 
the song- of all the saved 285 
then, before his face 177 
then, my Way, my Truth 171 
then the sequel is well 171 
thro' another year 266 
thro' thy wounds my soul 105 
to the earth let these 284 

* unite to render praises 178 
what thou art doing 152 

* while I, like Mary, 45 
'* with joyful songs appear 185 

with tears of love and joy 44 



O all ye just, ye rich, ye wise 171 

* at last I've found my 105 
baptize me with thy fire and 152 

* behold your Saviour wounded36 

* be mindful of us, gracious 255 

* blessed truth, which with 70 

* blest condition, happy 167 

* blest Redeemer ! in thy 228 
boundless love and grace! 145 
boundless love \ O love 29 

* can it be, that I should 101 
change my poor and 544 



* O Christ, my only Life and 135 

church of Godf lift up thy 238 

* church of Jesus ! now draw 237 
church ! rejoice, tiio' 238 

* come and view the greatest 13 
come then, Father, Son 226 

* Comforter, God Holy Ghost 77 
Comforter, God Holy Ghost 62 

* comfort, words can ne'er 52 

* could we but love that 140 

* days of solid happiness ! 116 

* Day-spring from on high! 73 
dear bleeding Saviour! 28 

* dearest Lord, take thou my 113 
death! where is thy sting" 283 

* deepest grief! — which the 45 
delightful theme, past all 25 

* exalt and praise the Lord, 290 

* Father, hear our humble 63 
Father, me with pleasure 187 

* Father of mercy ! be ever 63 
Father, Son and Holy 226 

* for a thousand tongues, to 183 
for grace our hearts to 132 
for thy name's sake, let me 87 
form us all while we remain 294 
give m e heav'n ly wis dom 's 60 
give me Jesus ! give me still 165 
give us that good part, 198 

* glorify'd Head! 231 
glorious hour! it comes 276 

* glorious Master of thy 208 
God! create my heart anew 8 
God! how dreadful was thy 65 
God! mine eyes with pleasure 2 

* God! my gracious God, to 267 

* God of mercy, grace and 104 
God of our salvation! 264 

* God, thou bottomless abyss 54 

* God! whose love (immense 106 
gracious Godl bestow 181 
gracious Lord! thy name 265 
grant me thro' thy precious 163 
grant tlvat we may thine 191 
grant us thy divine, thy 74 
greatest King, whose power 29 
ground us deeper still in 130 
had not Jesus' blood been 124 

* happv hour ! by faith I see 125 
happy lot 292 

* Head so full of bruises ! 23 



INDEX. 



* O Holy Ghost, eternal God 79 

Holy Ghost, kind Comforter 74 
Holy Ghost ! to thee we raise 62 

* Holy Ghost! within my soul 77 
Holy Ghost ! with pow'r 227 
how basely wast thou used 32 
how beyond expression 65 
how blessed are the 187 
how crave I the fruition 234 

* how enraptur'd is my heart 120 

* how excellent and fair 292 
how great are the blessings 120 

* how great, how rich, how 91 

* how I long to go and see 275 

* how 1 love thy holy word, 3 
how shall I the goodness • 86 
how shall words with equal 58 

P if the Lamb had not been 119 
if this night should prove 289 
if your hearts but upright 251 
I'm lost in deepest wonder 105 

* in love what stores of grace 145 
Jesus blest, my heart's true 45 

f* Jesus Christ, most holy 204 
Jesus Christ, my Lord and 103 
Jesus Christ, thou only holy 13 

* Jesus Christ! thou Son 62 

* Jesus! could I always keep 156 

* Jesus, everlasting God 100 

* Jesus! 'fore whose radiation 95 

* Jesus! for thy matchless 121 
Jesus, God of my salvation 167 

P Jesus, Jesus, my good Lord 154 

* Jesus! may our whole 268 
Jesus ! shorten the delay 285 
Jesus ! show thy great 95 
Jesus, Source of grace 88 

* Jesus! were we thro' thy 164 
Jesus! wipe away my tears 155 
joy, all joys exceeding 137 
keep me contrite, low and 165 
keep our souls and senses 264 
King of glory! Christ the 99 

* King of peace, our Sov'reign 221 
Lamb, for sinners slain 199 

* Lamb of God, for sinners 159 
Lamb of God, for sinners 62 
Lamb of God! the book 3 

* Lamb of God unspotted l. 25 

* Lamb of God! who wast 154 

* Lamb once slain, my Lord 124 



O let each member of thy fold 220 
let me, by the Spirit's light 7 
let me thee behold in faith 124 
let my house a temple be 59 
let my soul with thee 113 

let that faith which thou 94 
let thy congregation feel 190 

* let thy countenance most 112 

* let thy love our hearts 142 
let thy love our hearts 220 
let thy pity thee constrain 133 
let thy Spirit stay with me 157 
let thy Spirit still attend 96 
let thy strength and might 213 
let us all press from this 252 
let us always think thee 163 
let us then repeat the theme 66 
lift on us thy gracious 192 
lift up thy countenance 199 
living Fountain! he who 73 

* Lord, accept my worthless 134 

* Lord, afford me light 88 

* Lord, asham'dandblushingl92 
Lord, before us go 213 
Lord, be thou my Shield 107 

* Lord, command us what we 215 

* Lord, forgive a sinful child 244 

* Lord God Holy Ghost! 163 
Lord, grant my request 291 
Lord, how very short I fall 109 

* Lord, how vile am I! 91 
Lord, I'll treasure in my 132 

* Lord, in me fulfil 108 

* Lord, let thv countenance 204 

* Lord, lift up thy 202 

* Lord of glory ! grant, we 288 
Lord, preserve me sound in 171 

* Lord, the contrite sinner's 165 

* Lord, the widow's Friend 263 
Lord, thou great High- 188 

* Lord, thy church, which 198 
Lord, thy everlasting grace 92 
Lord, thy grace impart 151 

* Lord, we highly magnify 212 
Lord, we'll bless thee all 275 
Lord, what thee tormented 28 

* Lord, when condemnation S3 
Lord, who dost thyself 232 

* Lord;, who nunaber'st all 260 
Love divine, how strong, 230 

* Love divine, what hast thou 41 



INDEX. 



O Love, no human tongue 65 
Love, thou bottomless 92 

Love unbounded! Refuge 170 
lovely Infant! thou art full 14 
majestic Being! 179 

make us quite conform'd to 142 

* Maker of my soul! 224 
may he so sensibly 188 
may his love our hearts 114 
may I humbly onward move 128 
may I in his love be blest 139 
may I look to Christ 115 
may I never from thee 107 
may I never speak a word 244 
may I then of Christ this 269 
may 1 with submissiveness 165 
may my life and labor 34 
may my soul on thee repose 269 
may our lives thy pow'r 206 
may our Lord, the God of 225 

* may our married state 259 
may the children true 190 

4 may the God of mercies 188 
may the single men be fill'd 190 
may the sweet, the blissful 121 

v may the Witness-spirit rest 212 
may thy church before thee 188 
may thy flock still more 142 
may thy name still cheer 19 
may thy ransom'd people 209 
may thy word in 191 

may we ever feel thee near 246 
may we ever walk with 274 

may we feel thy healing 258 
may we, in all we do 260 

merciful Saviour, so grant 249 
might all my wishes tend 50 
might I but resemble thee 244 
might I live in the 37 

might it be our heart's 250 
might our souls and bodies 238 
might this church of 199 

might thy dying love divine 37 

* might we all Christ's name 251 

* might we all, Lord God 109 
might we clearly trace 214 

* my dear Saviour! when thy 21 

* my God ! 1 come oppress'd 152 
my Immanuei! 151 
myst'ry of godliness ! 248 
■ft! in all things 1 shall 170 



O Prince of peace! thou 45 

* rejoice, Christ's happy 120 

* sanctify us by thy truth, we 67 
Shepherd of thy chosen 260 
sing again 42 

* sing all ye redeem'd from 18 

* Son of God and man ! receive 22 

* Son of God, High-Priest 190 
Spirit in the Godhead's 223 

* Spirit of grace! 76 
Spirit of wisdom, of love 63 
sustain us on the road 231 

* take my heart, and 107 
take us up into thy arms 245 
teach us all thy perfect will 210 

* tell me no more, 148 
tell me often of each wound 141 
that I like h little child 130 
that 1 may so favor'd be 249 
that I might still more 162 
that I never might forget 156 
that I thus could always 39 
that I were still more possestl35 
that I with a babe's desire 136 

* that in Jesus' church, his 237 
that my he;irt which open 130 
that my heart with 136 

* that the Comforter would 79 
that the Lord would quite 144 
that the world might know 78 

* that we could for ever sit 113 
that we, his steps to follow 144 

* that we, with gladness of 185 
th' amazing demonstration 12 
the delights, theheav'nly 69 
the happy hours I spend 138 

* the love wherewith I'm 34 
the rich depths of love 133 
then turn to him, and live 85 
therefore impart 77 
this makes me think with 36 

* thou, before whose Father's 247 
thou Day-spring from on 17 
thou life-giving Stream ! the 75 
thou matchless source of 50 
thou, our first-born Brother 221 
thou, our highest comfort 74 
thou, the church's Head 223 
thou, the sole Defence and 209 
thou Well-spring of 146 
thou, who always dost 223 



INDEX. 



* O thou, who in the sanctuaryl88 

* thou, who out of sin's dark 200 

* thou, wbo pardon canst 102 

* thou, who, to redeem my 122 

* thou whose goodness words 201 

* thou, whose human life for 164 
thou, whose love extends 218 

* thou, whose mercies far 204 
'tis the greatest happiness 21 
Well of life! we pant for 202 
were my whole mind 111 
were we free from strange 238 
what a consolation ! 29 

* what a depth of love and 99 
what a privilege is this ! 161 

* what a wretched heart have 243 

* what happiness divine ! 239 

* what is Christ to me ! 114 

* what joy! 293 

* what peace divinely sweet 4 
what songs of praises 290 

* what wouldbe my condition 153 
when will the time draw 51 

* whither .shall I fly ? 88 
wonder, far exceeding 33 

* world, see thy Creator 31 
yes, above all else I'll love 96 
yes, I feel I am forgiv'n 106 
yes, nor would 1 change 196 
yes, our grace-election 200 

Object not, I'm a wretch too 82 

Observe the sympathy and 35 

O'erwhelm'd with grief, and 26 

Of all the crowns Jehovah 68 

all the feeble he the 72 

all thou the beginning art, 56 

Christ we'll gladly testify 76 

his complete salvation 159 

life the Fountain thou ! 73 

nothing we have ever done 100 

thee both far and near 198 

this great truth we boldly 70 

this I am persuaded, 169 

Oft as in spirit Christ he 161 

* as the church the blessings 192 
he was hungry, spent and 20 

* Often I call to mind the place 23 

oppress 'd with human 20 
Oftentimes for thee I sigh, 139 
Once all the chosen race 184 

One day is better 194 



One of those sheep in desert* 6 
suit in mercy to us grant 219 

* there is above all others 132 
thing I'll gladly do to 30 

* view, Lord Jesus ! of thy 37 
with Christ, their Head, 118 

On fallen men he cast his eye 183 
him we'll venture all we 208 
his precious death and 289 

me, my King, exert thy 154 
me, thy helpless worm, O 90 
my heart, thy wounds for 32 

* our God we will rely; 262 
that day of consummation 257 
the cross, thy body broken 27 
thee, almighty Lord of 178 
thee alone my hope relies ; 133 

* this glad day a brighter 49 
those who faithful prove to 149 
us he spent his life and 89 
us, their parents, grace 261 
what joys celestial 290 
wither'd grass reclines thy 15 

Or art thou at a loss, 40 

he that consolation 219 

Others may seek satisfaction 105 

Our All in all, sole Source of 73 

* baptism first declares 227 

* children, gracious Lord 261 
comfort is, he knows and 262 
conversation is in heav'n 280 
elders and all other 209 
enraptur'd hearts shall 24 
eternal, kind Creator 12 
faith is feeble we confess 95 
Father, who in heaven art 67 
God defends us day by 275 
God is fully rcconcil'd, 39 
gracious God be prais'd 70 
gracious Saviour, Head 48 
hands for blessing 188 
hearts thou didst cheer, 76 
heav'nly Father! hear our 223 
heav'nly Father is not 65 
heav'nly Father, Source 64 
lips would gladly mention 219 
Lord and Saviour doth 253 
Lord contradiction of 149 
Lord now calleth constantly S 
lot in future years 266 
meek, suff'ring Saviour 27 



INDEX. 



Our only Master, who instructs 72 
only stay is Jesus' grace, 195 
pleasure and our duty, 161 
Redeemer rose victorious 289 
Saviour was a lovely child 243 
souls and bodies feed, we 67 
souls and bodies, Lord, 130 

* souls with inmost shame, 220 
thankful tears then testify 21 
theme within the church 93 
thirsting" can never, O 7 
weak endeavors bless, 213 

* whole salvation doth 5 
works and merits we 207 
youth decay'd his pow'r 183 

Ourselves, dear Lord, we now 219 
Outcasts of men, to you I call 86 

* Out of love and boundless 245 

of mere grace unmerited 10 

* of the deep I cry to thee 87 
Own me, Lord, my Preserver 28 

* me, Lord, my Salvation 2:17 

* thy congregation, 216 



Pardon all our sins, O Lord 2M 
Jesus! each 270 

* Parents ! weigh before the 260 
Peace and good-will are now 65 

* be to this habitation 220 
on earth; good-will to 15 

Perhaps, with the aim 148 

Permit me, therefore, thec to 7 
Pervade, thou precious flood 235 
Pleasure in thing* producing- 256 
Poor sinners, sing 1 the Lamb 53 
tho' I am, despis'd, 175 

Poverty, and ev'ry want 160 

* Praise be giv'nto Christ, our 242 

be to God, the Holy 206 

* God for ever ! 193 
Cod, from whom all 266 
on earth to thec be giv'n 95 
our God! it is but just 272 
the Lord, for on us 16 
the Lord, God our 16 
the Lord, whose saving* 16 

* to Christ, the Son of 160 
to the Father and the l. 22 
tothc slaughtcr'dLamb 185 



Praise ye the Lord ! 186 

* Praises, thanks and 185 
Precious name of Jesus! 19 

* Prepare a thankful song- 70 

your lamps, stand 288 
Presence of mind on me 187 

Present alike in ev'ry place 55 

* Present your bodies to the 109 
Preserve by thy most gracious 192 

in constant love and 191 

I pray, my heart secure 244 

O Lord ! our garments 160 

this ship and company 274 

thy church, Lor d J esus203 

Preserves believers in the faith 2 

Prevent me, lest I harbor 267 

Princes to his imperial name 69 

Prophet, to me reveal 73 

Prostrate before thy mercy- 240 

Pursue, my soul, the sacred 22 

Q. 

Quickly, O Lord, thy angel* 275 

* Quiet, Lord, my froward 61 
" Quite alone, and yet not 187 

R. 

Raise thy down-cast eyes, and 83 

your devotion, mortal 52 

Reach out thy sceptre, King- 129 

Ready for you the angels wait 84 

our Saviour is indeed, 94 

the Father is to own, 84 

the Spirit to impart 84 

Reality and solid ground, 158 

Reason gives no saving- lig-ht 2 

Receive him, () Christ, as a 227 

our cordial thanks, O 2 

* Redeemed congregation, 121 

* souls, adore and 196 

* Redeemer of mankind, Clod 209 

of my soul! 104 

Reflecting how our Lord and 165 

* Refresh me, Lord, with 270 

* Rejoice, my soul, God eai i 

my soul, thou soon, 

* O church, theSavioui 

O heav'ns and earth 9 

the Lord in triumph 49 



INDEX. 



* Rejoice, thou happy little 287 

ye contrite hearts ! 228 
your conquering Saviour 48 
Rely on God, thy Saviour, 60 
Remain our Lord, our 189 

Remember him, who once 95 

Remind thy little flock, too 144 
Renew'din heart, we're then 160 
Resolve, my stubborn breast 88 

* Resting in the silent grave, 46 
Revive our drooping faith, 77 
Rise! and your pilgrim -path 241 

brethren ! we to all the 124 

* exalt our Head and King 197 
go forth to meet the 287 

* my soul! shake off all 12 
Round each habitation 192 

his pierced feet I'll 137 
Ruler of the congregations 223 

S. 

* Sacred name of Jesus ! 19 
Saints and angels join'd in 83 
Salvation he brought unto 182 

thus did he obtain : 40 

Sanctify us for thyself, 199 

Save me from liking what is 243 

Saving name of Jesus ! 19 

Saviour! if of Zion's city 193 

* of thy chosen race! 90 

* thro' grace divine, 133 
to my heart be near : 91 

Say, ye blest seraphic legions 16 

Screen me in each unguarded 167 

Search me, O God ! and know 1 37 

out, discover, and 156 

* Searcher of hearts ! thou 108 
See him bear his cross, in deep 24 

him set before your eyes, 84 
how the victors go, 291 

* Jesus, seated 'midst his 228 

* my soul ! God ever blest 20 
redemption, long expected, 286 
the dear sheep, by Jesus 171 
the joyful shepherds round 271 
the streams of living waters 192 
this transient mortal life, 285 
where the servants of their 205 

* world ! upon the shameful 38 
your Saviour in a manger, 12 



Ii 



Self-will, that cruel enemy, 244 
Send down thy likeness from 107 
Servant of all ! to toil for man 22 
Set on our breasts thy Spirit's 245 

* Shall J, thro' fear of feeble 208 

I, to soothe th' unholy 208 

She Christ, her faithful 198 

too, who touch'd thee in 95 

* Shelter our souls most 204 
Should any one of serious 94 

any think he's so 94 

any virtuous seem to be 97 

earth lose its foundation 169 

I in earth's pleasures 139 

my bosom with lewd 33 

not I for gladness leap, 239 

self-complacency take 98 

they be early hence 249 

Shouldst thou desire her 231 

Show'rs of blessings from the 210 

Show us our poverty; relieve 78 

Sick outwardly, or in distress 172 

Sigh after sigh to thee I send, 3 

Since God bestow'd his only 4 

he became my Sacrifice, 8 

he did from the dead 282 

he o'er heav'n bears 52 

* Jesus' body I have eat, 242 

* Jesus dy'd, my guilty 241 
nor end, nor bounds, nor 58 

* our Saviour call'd us to 211 
thou hast deliver'd us 199 
thou our wretched lost 160 

* we can't doubt God's 173 
we likewise may attain 290 

* Sing Hallelujah! Christ doth 47 

* Hallelujah! honor, praise 128 

* Hallelujah! praise the 294 
of his dying love, 184 
praises to our risen Lord 48 

* praises unto God on high 182 

* with awe, in strains 36 

* with humble hearts, your 121 
ye ransom'd! to his praise 86 

* Sinner ! hear thy Saviour's 83 
Sinners! attend to Jesus' voice 5 

* come, the Saviour see, 82 

* hear the joyful news, 85 
in ourselves unworthy 153 

* obey the gospel word ; 84 
Redeemer, gracious 211 



INDEX. 



Sinners, rejoice! he dy'd for 52 
who in thee believe, 95 

* with adoration 14 

* would ye be healed ? 85 

* your Maker is your 86 
Sin-sick souls! repair for 200 
Sin's pardon'd! I'm secure 283 

rankling- sores my soul 275 

Sit thou at my right hand, 51 

*Slaughter'dLamb,Immanuel216 

Lamb, my 45 

Sleep, my babe, thy food and 271 

now, dear child! and 272 

* well, deal* child ! sleep 271 
So closely in mind 143 

long I'll pray below to live 247 

lov'd me the eternal God 23 

may I, each day 139 

shall my ev'ry pow'r to thee 56 

shelters Christ our Saviour 264 

sore was he smitten, 28 

Soft and easy is thy cradle, 271 

Sometimes it seems, thou art 59 

Soon as the Spirit shows, 70 

as \vc draw our infant 8 

in this world will finish'd272 

make us to be 168 

shall we hear him say, 184 

will he wipe off ev'ry lV4 

Sorrow and pain, and ev'ry 293 

* Soul ! at this most awful 234 

* body, spirit, Lord, are l. 26 
from toil reposing* 43 

Speak, gracious Lord, my 156 
(J Lord, thy servant 3 

* Spirit of truth, come down 78 

* of truth, essential 2 
Spread thy blessing here and 203 
Stand still, and see what God 14 
Still, as we grow in years, in 245 

be thy wounds to me morel28 

* may we keep the aim in 247 
will 1 wait, O Lord, on 151 

* Storms of trouble may 174 
Straight to Jesus' wounds 153 
Strong let us in thy grace 245 
Such grace on me is spent, 235 

unexampled, boundless 129 
was thy truth, and such 21 

* Suff 'ring Saviour, Lamb of 231 
Sure as thou art the church's 225 



Sure as thou liv'st, 181 

* God is present here! 272 
never, till my latest 102 

* Surely God is present here! 50 
Sweet is the mem'ry of thy 55 

majesty and awful love 69 

* the moments rich in 127 
Sweetly may we all agree, 143 



Take full possession of my 151 

* Lord, all self from me, 106 

* me into thy hands anew 211 
our poor hearts, and let 105 

* Teach me, my God and 267 

me to live, that I may 269 
me to show forth thy 244 

* me yet more of thy 141 
us, Lord, to follow thee 219 

* us, O Lord, the cross's 80 
us to number so our 281 
us to pray for all the 190 

Tender compassion may we 142 
pity, love sincere 142 

* Ten thousand talents once 140 

thousand thousand 58 

♦Thank God! towards 277 

* Thanks and praise, Jesus ! 120 

and praise, Lord our 1 
be to thee, my gracious 282 

* be to thee, thou 128 
dearest Jesus ! for thy 268 

* for ever be, 175 
for revealing to us the 76 
for thy last heart- 121 
for thy suff 'rings, tearsl21 
for thy thirst, O Prince 121 
Jesus ! for thy sacred 206 
that he by his death and 7 

* to our Lord for all the 277 
to thee for all the care 245 
to the Father now be 16 

* to the Man of sorrows 123 
wisdom, majesty, 145 

* Thanksgiving, honor, 180 
That blood, w hich thou hast 91 

cause shall never suffer 195 
dear blood, for sinners 41 

* doleful night before his 230 

* favor g-rant to us, O Lord 267 



INDEX. 



That graceuponus all bestow 246 
he all, who in him believe, 66 
he, as man, might 17 

he, who ascended 51 

his incarnation, 289 

* I am thine, my Lord and 171 
love of thine, thou sinner's 140 
mighty pow'r thou then 224 
mystery, from ages seal'd 214 

* oiu* Lord's views with us 64 

* peace, which God alone 64 

* sacred blood, from Jesus 239 
soul and body on thy merit 112 
spark, enkindled in my 157 
they, who weep because of 257 
thou for us didst live and 3 
thou, O Lord, wilt stand 286 
we never should forget, 232 
were a grief I could not 175 
which is by the world 167 
which the law could have 115 

Th* almighty Former of the 133 
almighty Judge condemned 9 
assembly, which, with thee 52 
enjoyment of Christ's flesh 144 
enjoyment of the flesh and 237 
eternal and almighty God 12 
impression of what Christ, 128 
un worthiest of his friends 53 

The angels at his birth rejoice 16 
angels, whom his breath 275 
answer humble thanks doth 129 

* blessed names of Jesus 72 
blood of Christ alone can 76 
blood-sweat,trickling down 162 
blood, which thou hast 136 
body is dead, 250 
bread of life we eat in faith 47 

* breath, which can the dead 238 
Bridegroom now appears 291 
cause and glory, Lord, are 3 
cause of this, I know it well 13 

* child sweetly rests, 250 
church above no other 293 
ehurch of Christ who views 198 
church on earth, in humble 69 
church's Head we thee 173 
church submits to Christ 258 
church, thro' all her bounds 180 

* congregation, while below 235 

* cross, the cross ! oh, that's 40 



The curses, which the law of 9 
daily favors of my God 59 

doctrine of Christ's blood 97 

* doctrine of our dying Lord 207 
dying thief rejoic'd to see 42 
elders' holy choir 145 
Father from eternity 110 
Father in heav'n us as 249 
Father lov'dus as his own 11 
Father sent his Son to die 79 
Father's Equal, God the 68 
Father's garden here below 196 
Father's kind inspection, 200 
feeble he makes strong, 263 
feeble souls thou dost 77 
fire of love that burns 139 
fondest mother cannot have 81 
genuine mind of Christ, 16S 
gifts of Christ are so 115 
God of mercies let us praise 47 
God of peace to guilty man 47 
God of peace you sanctify 225 
gospel, as a polish'd glass, S 
gospel, in these blessed 214 

* grace, enjoy'd by faith, 278 
grace is great, unspeakable 118 

* grace of our Lord Jesus 65 
ground of my profession 169 

* happy church of Christ 206 
hearing of thy precious 26o 
beav'nly hosts rejoice with 227 
heav'nly hosts with awe 177 
high and mighty ones the 165 
highest obligations 31 

* holy angels, 276 

* holy bread, which we now 232 

* holy child Jesus, 248 
Holy Ghost had long 11 
Holy Ghost he sends, 70 
Holy One, made sin for us 9 
holy, spotless Lamb of God 98 

* hour of sleep is now at hand 269 

* hours' decline and setting 269 
humble sinner's shame we 98 
husbands sanctify and bless258 
joyful sound is news of 93 

* just made perfect, who in 294 
Lamb of God shed all his 45 

* Lamb of God, who saves us 159 
Lamb was slain! both day 181 

* Lamb was slain ! let us 181 



IXDEX. 



The Lamb, who by blood our 185 
Lamb, yonder nailed, 28 

language of true faith 89 

last, attention due demands 36 
law cry'd, Justice must be 5 
law reveal'd sin's sinfulness 5 
load which caus'd us 172 

* Lord ascended up on high, 51 

* Lord be with me ev'ry 273 

* Lord bless and keep thee in 64 

* Lord descended from above 89 

* I^ord first empties whom he 89 
Lord for us great things 196 
Lord hath ever to his flock 177 
Lord hath highly favor'd 254 
Lord hath promised good 119 

* Lord himself gave forth the 214 
Lord is ris'n again, 48 

* Lord my Portion is ; 278 

* Lord my Shepherd is and 131 
Lord's joy be our strength 210 
love I owe for sin forgiv'n 140 

* love of Christ to me is 186 
love of sin departs, 70 

* love which Jesus Christ 258 
loving Jesus passing by 8 

" Man of sorrows whose 53 

many drops of blood which 188 
merits of thy death 117 

message as from God 84 

mighty seraphs join, 180 

* mist before my eyes 91 

* more forgiveness thou dost 103 

* more of Jesus' love I see, 158 
more the Lamb of God we 118 
more thro' grace, myself I 113 
rnyst'ry of redeeming love 112 
needy share thy consolation 263 
nightly watches would I 269 

* one thing needful, that 103 
op'ning heav'ns around me 268 
patience, love, unweary'd 200 
peace of God then fills the 116 
precious flood 42 
Prince of life reclin'd his 48 
privilege, to be with Christ 114 
promise of immortal bliss 93 
reproach of Christ is 149 
root of David here we find 17 

* sabbath is for man, that lie 221 
Saviour! oh, what endless 133 



* The Saviour's blood and 98 

Saviour, whom they lov'd, 249 

* seraphim of God ' 276 
sheep of Jesus, which were 77 
simple heart no care 167 
Son of God, who fram'd 12 
soul, from sin for ever free 293 
souls that believe 148 

* source, whence ev'ry sin 256 

* Spirit, and the bride of i. 16 
spirit is gone 250 

* spirit of the witnesses 203 
Spirit which anointed 195 

* spirits of the just, 283 
stony heart dissolves in 40 

* sufferings of this life's 150 
thieves, expiring on each 40 
thought of blood and water 26 
time to him is known, 278 
time will come, 291 

* true good Shepherd, God's 6 

* unbounded love of my 111 
wak'ning trumpet all shall 284 
water flowing from thy side 162 
water is in baptism seen by 226 
whole creation join in one 183 
whole salvation of thy Son 66 

* will of God is always best 172 

* wise men from the east 22 
AVord, by whom all things 72 
"Word eternal did assume 10 
word of Jesus' bloody 197 
world and Satan rage, 70 

* worst of evils we can name 158 

* Thee, God's own Son, with 253 

gracious Lord! our 72 

gracious Lord! we now 246 
I adore, most gracious 148 

* Lord! I love with sacred 135 
of ourselves, we could 75 

* O my God and King 66 
the angels ceaseless sing 182 
t' approach with awe we 223 
we address in humble 272 

* we approach, most 265 

* we love, and long to see 280 

* will 1 love, my Strength 134 
Then, after supper, took the 229 

after walking in thy 245 

all grief is drown'd; 111 
all old things will pass 288 



INDEX. 



Then at the end of all 262 

ev'n in storms 1 thee shall 151 
his own hand shall wipe 286 
I shall be supremely 275 
I in a nobler, sweeter 42 

let our humble faith 54 

let us adore him, and 182 
let us follow Christ our 149 
let us rise, and serve the 253 
let us sit beneath his 41 

let us thank him for his 245 
Love brake forth "Behold 10 
murmur not, but be 178 
renew'd by grace, the 254 
shall our woe and grief 291 
shall we go from strength 94 
so refers my state to him 171 
then to have recourse to 274 
the souls he join'd 144 

tho' the worms my flesh 286 
thro' his enabling grace 160 
we forget distresses, 519 
we with pity look on 101 
will be of ransom' d souls 230 

* There hangs the Saviour of 39 

hast thou us, most 206 

* is a fountain fill'd with 42. 

* is a house, not made 288 
is asserted 193 
is no good at. all in my 29 
overwhelm'd with grief 23 
shall our raptur'd 184 
sits the princely company 290 
the rich bounties of our 236 
we, to all eternity, 294 

* where my blessed Jesus 293 
with trimmed lamps 257 

There's but a small beginning 213 

Therefore, all his agony and 24 

I'll ever view my God, 125 

I'll humbly cleave 97 

I'll thee adore 18 

my hope is in God's 87 

my Saviour's blood and 98 

my soul ! delight no more 166 

this be our concern for 255 

we'll follow willingly 150 

whate'er our trials be, 262 

Thereto the church of Christ 276 

These are the wounds I bore 236 

.mine eyes most certainlv 281 

Ii 



These our fault'ring lays, 179 
were the unrelenting foes 91 

They are at rest in lasting l. 18 
are objects of God's 147 
by the Father are esteem'd81 
praise the Lamb who 276 
that mourn, blest is then* 146 
who always our Saviour's 140 

* who devoted are to our 141 
who feel their want and 240 

* who, for true consolation 262 

* who Jesus ? foll'wers are 142 
who search their hearts 82 
who see themselves 15 

' who simply to him 118 

with patience having 290 

The}' 're delighted, when they 142 

Thine eye observ'd from far 66 

is the kingdom, thine the 67 

Think, how on the cross he 83 

my soul, how great the 194 

not, 'tis time enough ; 82 

* on our brethren, Lord, 213 
This alone can keep us steady 254 

awful, blessed meditation 26 
be my support in need 91 

be our aim on earth, thy 262 
he our supreme delight 188 
blessed truth I firmly will 41 

* body now to rest x. 32 
confirms me when I'm 91 
fills me with rapture, 125 

* flock of Christ receiveth 225 
gives me comfort and 281 
gospel cheers the poor in 1 
grace as long as life shall 121 

* habitation,. 220 
holy bread and wine 242 
infant rests now happily 283 
is my blood, of which 235 
is my joy which ne'er can 171 
is the day the Lord hath 47 
is the fruit of Adam's fall 281 
is the Man, th' exalted 69 
is the time; no more delay 84 
Lamb is God omnipotent 34 
Lord, I do, with many 128 
makes us all, with one 242 
mysterious, heav'nly 234 
myst'ry, ev'ry throne and 68 
night my longing soul 269 



INDEX. 



This now, with heav'n's 208 

* one thing* needful grant 169 
precious blood is full of 226 
sacred word exposeth sin 1 
territory 194 

* transient world is not our 286 
unction may I ever feel, 108 
while on earth we will 118 
will I do, thou Child 13 
wondrous grace to 228 

-* yields me joy, 186 

* yields true joy and 159 
Tho' all earthly joys be fled 118 

* but a little "child I am, 243 

* by nature I'm defiled, 158 

* by trials strong 175 

* Christ was God, and all 243 
comforted, they still 100 

* ev'ry child of God 96 
guilt should fill my soul 282 
hated, tho' despis'd and 214 
heav'n's his throne he 89 
he was dead before, behold 81 
his majesty be great, 83 
I'm a sinful creature still 124 

* I'm in body full of pain, 274 
I to mere}' had no right, 131 
in the very form of God, 132 
often of encumb'ring care 267 
press'd, we need not 70 
seated on thy Father's 52 
sin with us doth much 88 
sins exceed a mountain, 33 
then unborn, tho' not in 80 
the outward mark and 160 
thou hast but little 198 
thou'rt unseen, yet we by 223 
'tis but little 1 can do, 112 
to his boundless mercy 14 
vine, nor fig-tree neither 61 
waves and storms go o'er 93 

* we can't see our Saviour 114 
we feel, that soul and 255 
weak and poor I am thine 165 

* Those are partakers of our 166 

children are to God most 271 

* souls are truly blessed 237 
Thou anxiously complainest 25 

art destruction to the 38 

art my daily Bread ! 73 

art my faithful Friend in 109 



Thou art my Life; thypow'r 109 

* art our Comfort in all 263 
art our Father and our 66 
art the Earnest of his love 79 
art th' eternal Light 180 
art th' eternal Source of 178 
art the Loveliest, 145 
art the onlv Comforter, 76 
art the Truth ; in thee IVe 109 
art the Way; thy Spirit 109 

* Bridegroom of the soul 258 
cam'st in love, to my 135 
canst alone to us true 217 
canst not by our eyes be 55 
canst true comfort to me 35 
chosest us to show thy 161 

* Comforter and Guide of 75 
comfortcstthe heavy heart 79 
countenance transcendent 28 
count'st thy children's 178 
dost a mother's nursing 15 
dost deliver 194 
dost thy sanctifying gifts 78 
drewestme with cords of 1U5 
explainest unto us 75 
fill's! with the gospel- 75 
for our griefs didst 180 
for their sake who hated 6 
for thy foes entreatest; 25 

* Friend of children! in l. 21 
Friend of sinners! love 154 
God of mercy thy 265 
God of my salvation 26 

* gracious Saviour! for my 

' Teacher, who 80 

* Guardian of th\ lambs 245 
hast a tender sympathy 53 
hast kindly led us 216 
hast no pleasure in the 80 
bast overthrown the foe; 180 
hast promis'd, for our 263 

* hast the world so greatly 66 

* hast thy church appointed 190 
hast, with shepherd's 195 
heav'nly Teacher! thee 74 

* hidden Source of calm 113 

* holy, spotless Lamb of God 6 
holy, spotless Lamb of 167 
in grace, hast look'd on 137 
Jesus ! art my God and 27 

* Jesus! art our King 179 



INDEX. 



♦Thou Jesus! more than 161 
know'st her wants, and 190 
know'stmv inmost soul 155 
know'st, God! that I 278 
know'st, O Lord! how 59 

* know'st the congregation 203 
know'st which way to 154 
Light divine, most gracious 74 
Lord ! art good, and thou 56 
Lord! art Light; thy 56 
Lord! art Love: from 56 
Lord ! art present to my 267 

* Lord! must for thy sake 103 
Lord of life ! fix thou my 44 
Lord! tho' heav'n belongs 15 
Lord! wilt not forsake me 155 
loving, all-atoning Lamb 89 
lov'st what e'er thy hands 55 

* Maker of each creature, 71 

* meek and patient Lamb of 149 

* my Light, my Leading- 185 
my Rock, my Strength 270 

* O Jesus ! art a gracious 134 
on my neck didst fall ; 66 
on thy shoulders took'st 38 
open'st us a door ; 203 
Prince of glory ! knew'st 38 
ransom'dchurch of Jesus, 233 
ransom'd church of Jesus, 

the 201 

* reign'st above on heaven's 69 

* Saviour of the world, 213 
say'st, dear Jesus, all thy 113 
seest our weakness, Lord 61 
seest us here assembled in 190 
shalt my Comfort be, 88 
shalt see my glory soon, 141 

* slaughter'^ Lamb ! thy 242 

* • slaughter'*! Lamb ! whose 112 

Source of love, God Holy 74 
Source of love, 1 rest in 115 

* Source of love, thou 129 

* Source of love, we pray 217 

* Source of my salvation! 25 

* sov'reign Author of all 272 
the good Shepherd art ; 73 
the great, victorious Lamb 147 
thy table spreadest for the 23 6 
to purchase our Salvation 121 
wast more spotless than a 244 
when we are oppress'd 178 



Thou who a divine repast 241 
who art present with thy 242 
who didst love me first 117 
who in heaven art ador'd 166 

* who in the days of thy 227 
who on earth the sick didst 191 

* who so graciously didst 224 

* whose name is 202 
who the nail-prints dcst 36 
wilt be our Saviour, 248 
with great tenderness art 53 

* Thousand times by me be 32 

* Thrice happy are the feeble 174 

* happy congregation ! 200 
happy they, who in this 279 

Thro' ail eternity to thee 58 

ev'ry period of my life 58 

grace, afford us, 194 

hidden dangers, toils and 58 
him alone we live: for he 181 
his atonement's powers, 168 
his poverty, the poor 82 

many dangers, toils and 119 
this vain worl d he guides 57 
thy atoning blood, 88 

thy grace may we always 126 

Thus, Abraham was sav'd by 99 
all who wait upon the 254 
by thy pow'r I here shall 105 
Father, Son and Holy 11 

hast thou bought us with 6 
in communion may we 110 
in number and in grace 218 
might I hide my blushing 39 
our bliss will last for ever 223 
penitents who die to sin 228 
preserved from Satan's 61 

sav'd by God's unbounded 10 
the soul at once obtain eth 100 
while his death my sin 102 
will our infant tongues 246 

Thy blest people trusting in 224 
blood preserve my 167 

olood shall wash our 48 

* blood so dear and precious 42 
blood-streams and bruises 28 
blood-sweat, clear Saviour 28 

* blood, thy blood the deed 124 
blood was shed for me, I 124 
body slain for me, 235 
bounty gives me bread 5S 



INDEX. 



Thy chastisements are nought 178 
cheeks, thro* heavy dolor 28 

* child so minded ever keep 112 
church, great Saviour ! 195 

* church, O Lamb of God 197 
communion's celebration 234 
conversation be sincere, 266 
cross and saving name 117 
cross, thy shame, thy 139 
dying love all other love 29 
dying love doth justly 149 
faithfulness eternal 60 
faithfulness I oft have 157 
flight into Egypt, 21 
former mispent time 266 
forty days fasting, 22 
glorious gospel spread 213 
glory be to all the world 196 j 
goodness, as thy pow 'r, 188 
grace thou freely dost 202 ] 
gracious call invites me 106 
hand rewards, tho' all is 55 
Holy Spirit with us leave 241 
holy unction pow 'r affords 73 
humiliation 21 
incarnation, wounds and 99 
joyful Spirit give me pow'r 87 

* law, O Lord, be inv 164 
love and mercies all 138 
love divine is perfect rest 136 
love hath always been the 136 
love hath tliaw'd my 91 
love is great, beyond all 230 
love, m\ Saviour! all 136 
love uphold me, when 136 
love, which always is the 129 

*• majesty how vast it is 68 

* mercies and thy 134 
mercy is our only stay : 202 
mercy may I ne'er forget 121 
mercy ne'er from me 124 
messengers, who storms 189' 
namcbehallow'devermore273 , 
name dispels mv guilt and 39 j 
pow'rful aid, thou 260 j 
powerful presence, Lord, 208 ; 

* precious, all-atoning 239 j 
precious blood, for sinners 241 j 
providence is kind and 57 j 
providence my life 58 i 
sacred body thou didst 241 ' 



Thy sacred, meritorious 13 

sacred word is all our boast 2 
secret hand we bless ; on 172 
servants and thy 189 

sighs and groans 32 

statutes to thy church 223 
stripes have me, a sinner 282 
suff'ring life I cannot trace 21 
sufferings, Lord, each 230 
sufferings then, and bitter 122 
sweet communion charms 79 

* thoughts of peace o'er me 131 
thoughts of peace o'er us 191 
unction freely dost impart 77 
unction, oh, may I obey 187 
unfeign'd obedience 22 

* unspotted childhood, 22 

* virgins, Lord, 'fore thee 257 
wondrous love to evidence 38 
youth unspotted, full of 246 

Till death's pale ensigns o'er 38 
fleeting time shall have an 184 
1 shall once behold thy 124 
on joys 1 once shall feast 181 

* permitted hence to go 181 
that time, mine eyes I'll 181 

* the hour shall come, with 233 
then, 1 would thy love 18 
then, thou wilt call over 279 
we in heav'n shall take 75 
we the Lord our 144* 
we, who here must often 263 
v\e with angels join to 216 

'Tis by you they should be 260 

* done! my Ciod hath dy'd 125 
done! the precious 40 

* evident that Jesus loves ; 139 
faith that changes all the 96 
faith that conquers earth 96 
finish'd! Jesus cries: 43 

* finish'd now! 42 
finish'd! was the solemn 36 

* heav'n on earth, by faith 113 
heav'n on earth, to taste 113- 
lie, my Saviour Jesus 281 
here my needy soul is fed 229 
his almighty "love, 184 
liis body and his blood 233 
Jesus Christ, who taketh 169 
myst'ryall; my Maker 

onlv this wliich Christ of 107 



INDEX. 



'Tis our desire, to follow thee 202 
pleasant to believe thy 289 

* sure, that awful time will 284 
sure, that by his bitter 93 
the desire of all our hearts 214 

* the most blest and needful 112 
the most lovely attitude, 37 
then with happy John I 127 
thine alone to change the 156 
thine to cleanse the heart 78 

* thro' the grace- thou dost 114 

* true, the lonely widow'd 262 
vain, in earthly things for 113 
well; it shall my glory 140 

To all my weak complaints 58 

* avert from men God's 231 

* be a happy married pair 259 
be his priests and 182 
Christ draw nigh, — for 92 
Christ, oh! may we closely 263 
Christ, th' anointed King 71 
comfort men was his 20 

* day we celebrate the birth 16 

* follow Jesus, is his people's 150 

* God let all the human race 275 

* God on high all glory be, 62 

* God, our Immanuel, made 18 
God, the Father, and the 216 

* God, the great Creator, 201 

* God the Lord be praises 272 

* God, the only wise, 184 

* God we render thanks and 10 
grant us pardon, peace and 12 
heav'n's bright realms he 183 
him I wholly give 104 
him I yield my life and 281 
him poor sinners may 100 
him we owe our breath; 265 
him, who ever doth abide 180 
his name give thanks and 217 
his voice attentive be 218 
Jesus Christ is due eternal 159 
Jesus, our exalted Head, 183 
learn how with precision 200 
look to Jesus, as he rose 94 
love thee, Lord, ah, this 125 

* marry, led by fleshly 259 
our Redeemer-God, 184 

* cur Redeemer's glorious 120 
redeem us from the fail, 199 

* rest I now again retire; 270 



To scorn the senses' sway, 2§7 
such he saith: Arise and 98 

* that Lord, who 164 
the dear fountain of thy 7 

* the Father thanks and 62 
the throne go undismayed 178 

* thee, almighty God! to thee 250 

* thee, God Hoi y Ghost! we 74 
thee, O Lord ! in fa thT 275 
thee, O Lord, our 202 

* thee, our Lord! all praise 52 
thee, the Mercy-seat, we 72 
this thy handmaid grant 260 
this world crucified, 200 
those the Lord will deign 166 

* thy brethren ever be 253 
thy care we now ourselves 203 
thy name be evermore 219 
world and sin they bid 100 
you he calls, My goodness 85 

T' obtain remission of our 87 

* Together with these 236 
Triumph and reign in me, 69 
True faith, by Jesus in us 5 

faith obeys its Author's 96 
faith receives the offer 'd 93 
Truly blessed is this station 127 
Trusting his mild staff always 239 
Tune all your notes to songs 110 
Turn, my soul, unto thy rest 174 

* 'Twas by an order from the 2 

grace that taught my 119 
he, my soul, that sent 18S 
then the children join'd 248 
to save thee, child, from 271 

U. 

Unexampled is that love, 174 

* Unfathom'd wisdom of our 194 
Unfeigned thanks receive 117 
Unfold thy grace's treasure 202 
Unhappy those who turn away 10 
United firmly by thy grace, 143 
Unnumber'd comforts to my 58 
Unspotted robes you wear; 228 
Unto Christ's congregations 75 

each married pair that 190 

* him, O Lamb of God, i. 23 
my heart, when speech 282 
ourselves no praise is 211 



INDEX. 



* Unto ourselves, with deepest 290 

* thee, most gracious 254 

* the Lamb of God, 104 
the wives, that grace 253 
thy praise my all I'll 30 
us thy name's sweet 257 

Upon that dear majestic head 69 

the cross he dy'd, 70 

the cross I see him bleed, 94 

thy call I'm here, 235 

Us deliver from the world 257 

into closest union draw, 143 

thy congregation own ! 234 

to Jesus thou hast brought 75 

V. 

Vain are all efforts made to 155 
are all other helps beside 102 
are our fancies, airy 96 

Vanquish our lusts, our pride 79 
Tile worm! shouldst thou 89 
Virtue goes forth from him 100 
Vouchsafe to be present, 228 

w. 

Wait still on God, my soul, 170 

W us ever grace, Lord, rich 53 

it for crimes that I had 39 

there nothing but a manger 271 

Water and blood in streams 228 

can Cicanse the flesh we 227 

the body laves; 227 

Waters of life hence may I 163 

Weak are the efforts of my 18 

helpless babes 'tis true 130 

We adore — thee evermore, 126 

all at thy throne 153 

all m spirit are agreed 196 

all know who, and what 129 

all say, Amen ! deeply 62 

are baptiz'd into thy death 246 

are, if we in thee believe, 160 

are redeem 'd, 42 

can from experience trace 262 

can't thy boundless 272 

covenant with hand and 150 

dead in sins and trespasses 9 

eat his body, slain for us, 236 

feel our insufficiency to 211 



We for whom thou once wast 231 
have nought good in us to 240 
here unite in pray'r to thee 220 
humbly pray, support the 195 
humbly pray, that, with 240 

* humbly pray with one x. 9 
humbly take what he'll 196 
humbly thank thee, Lord 273 
humbly thee adore and 62 

* humbly thee adore, O Lord 258 
in ev'ry nation will boldly 149 

* in one covenant are join'd 145 
in this world no city have, 279 
in thy ways proceed, 198 
join the ransom'd church 207 
join together heart and 144 
know his boundless love 199 

* know that we're poor, 153 
know the righteousness 100 
know the Shepherd's love 100 
know, thou never canst 53 
love the Lamb of God, 93 
magnify thy name, O God 59 
now no longer need remain 252 

* now return each to his tent 221 
now, with the angels, unite 249 
offer gladly unto thee 203 

* often, in our course thro' 208 
pray thee, bless them all, 210 
pray thee, fill us all with 75 
pray thee, let the heav'nly 275 
pray thee, O Being most 7 

* pray thee, wounded Lamb 105 
reply Amen thereto; 218 
rest in Christ and yet desire 98 
see in hearts as cold as ice 214 
6ing, and we hear, how our 248 

* sing thy praise, exalted 53 

* sing to God, whose tender 183 
sinners humbly crave 220 

* sinners, void of good, 124 
stand, unto this very hour 207 
steadfastly this truth 207 
surely are a work of thy 201 
thank thee, that thou wilt 248 
thee entreat with one 209 
thirst, O Lord! give us, 99 
this offer'd favor needed: 17 
thy little flock, adore 183 

* thy virgins, claim thy 257 

* thy virgins, Lord, implore 257 



INDEX. 



We too have reason to rejoice 14 

* virgins have great cause to 256 

* virgins, who enjoy our 255 
walk by faith of joys to 289 

* who here together are 221 
will dwell on Calv'ry's 257 
will of Jesus' passion 202 
wish to afford, 77 

* with joy confess, beloved 263 
We're poor and needy, but 254 
Weeping or rejoicing, 132 
Weigh next the pardon and 35 
Welcome, all by sin opprest! 86 

* among thy fleck of 223 
oh ! welcome, noble 16 
thou Source of ev'ry 14 

Well might the sun in 39 

Were health and strength, 171 

we but all desirous day 110 

What am I, Lord, that thou 31 

anguish, what tormenting 38 

are our works but sin and 105 

are the mines of shining 3 

are we? what do we 178 

can be laid unto my charge 9 

can from Christ me 170 

can we now give to thee, 126 

can we offer thee, O Lord 206 

can we, poor sinners, do 231 

* causeth me to mourn, is 141 
ecstatic pleasure 289 
for myself I thus request 187 
gain's t thou by thy 60 

* glorious pattern for the 251 

* good news the angels 15 
grace, what great 10 

* happiness ! 294 
harm can I from death 35 

* hast thou, Lord Jesus ! 293 
hast thou not performed^ 11 
heav'nly consolation 237 
heav'nly joy and 292 
heights, what depths of 17 
here sickens, sighs and 281 
here sickness, sighs and 292 

* human mind can trace the 22 
in thy love possess 1 not 130 
is created by our God, 177 
is it keeps me back, 90 
is my anchor if you ask? 171 

* joy or honor could we 100 



What love can be compar'd 148 

* my sen), should bow thee 173 
offering shall 1 bring to 13 
of the Father and the Son 76 

* pe^ce divine, what perfect 110 
peace do we derive, what 188 

* praise to thee, my 273 

* praise unto the Lamb is 127 
rich returns of 201 

* shall I feel, whenl 291 
shall we pay our heav'nly 236 
shall we say for this thy 53 
should I do, a sinner vile 92 
songs of everlasting joy 282 

* splendid rays of truth 140 

* strikes, O wounded Lamb 121 
the fathers wish'd of old, 15 
tho' the world foameth 138 
thou shalt to-day provide 61 
undeserved favor 123 
wonder in the soul takes 129 

* Whate'er I am, whate'er I 157 

I ask, 1 surely know 173 
is carnal; thro' thy 161 

* our God doth must be 173 
thou wilt, thou, Lord 55 

Whatever honors thee, our 160 

* When a sinner in affliction 100 

* Adam fell, the frame entire 4 
all our labor here is o'er 213 

* all thy mercies, Lord, to 185 

* all thy mercies, O my 58 
all with awe shall stand 285 
angels by transgression 276 

* bemoaning our undone 254 

* by adversity I'm try'd, 174 
children honor Jesus 245 

* children, released from 284 
Christ once crucified 276 

* Christ our Saviour lives 114 
Christ shall come, in 69 

* Christ, who sav'd us by 67 

* departed once in peace 292 

* duly I weigh, 139 
earth and hell's 38 
faith an d h ope s h all 240 
when flesh decays, when 274 
fr om t h e curs e h e s ets u s 96 

* having been with guilt 156 
he applies his healing' 89 
he had prevailed, 27* 



INDEX. 



When he liv'd on earth abased 132 
he this act of love had 225 
heav'nly bread he gives 241 
his hour strikes for 174 

* I am conscious truly 153 

* I by faith, my Saviour 39 

* I Christ in spirit trace, 123 
I depart, my latest 38 
I give up my spirit, 34 
1 hence depart, 72 
I in heav'n shall rest with 35 
I once shall favor 'd be, 293 
I review my mispent 87 

* I shall gain permission 283 
1 shall yield my dying 282 
1 to thee for succor cry'd 131 

* I visit Jesus* grave in 46 
in our blood we lay, 266 
in the night 1 sleepless 269 
in theslipp'ry paths of 58 
in the soul this blessed 99 

* Jesus culls, we ready 274 

* Jesus hung upon the 35 
Jesus' stiff 'ring life we 20 

* justice demand its due, 8 
law condemns and justice 9 
mv mind pursues this 111 

* oh! when shall I have 292 
once the sin-sick soul 250 
on the breast we hung 265 

* our great Sov'rcign from 224 

* pining sickness wastes 274 
pride would stir within 165 

* rising from the bed of 286 

* rising winds and rain 97 

* simplicity we cherish, 166 
simply we obey his voice 254 

t the due time had taken 5 
the Lord appears, 111 

the Lord of glory dy'd, 30 
the Lord's disciples saw 51 
this we felt to be our 75 

thou art near, I must 138 
thou, dear Jesus, wast a 244 

* thou, dear Saviour, didst 52 

* thou in death didst bow 36 
thou, my Saviour, shalt 22 
thou shalt give to me a 30 
thou shalt on Zion stand 147 
thus the blessings of his 100 
thtts we contemplate the 116 



When to the cross nailed, 27 

* we baptize a sinner in 226 

* we before our Saviour's 236 
we commemorate his 236 
we have fail'd and deeply 119 
we have that great bliss 21 
we, like wand'ring sheep 153 
we on his faithfulness, 198 

* we rejoice, that Jesus 219 
we see our names 160 

* we shall see our Jesus, 294 
we thy boundless love 130 
we thy mercy weigh, 124 
with him, my Lord, in 111 
with sense of guilt opprest90 
worn with sickness, oft 58 

Whene'er a youth bemoans 251 
by faith, our Lord we 261 
I mourn, and humbly 140 
the Holy Ghost displays 21 

* the suff'ring Lamb of 42 
we to mankind 213 

Whenever my frail nature 122 
we this highest 240 

* Where is this infant ? it is 283 

* my Redeemer's blood 231 

* shall my wond'ring 85 
should I turn ? or how 170 

Where'er I thee this dav did 269 
the faithful lab'rer are 205 
we look around, both 75 

* Wherein is for children true 248 

* Whether the period of this 279 
Which of all our friends, to 132 

teacheth me what is 108 
While a flood of tears is 100 

he doth himself reveal 219 
here, I live by faith, 291 

here on earth I'm living, 31 
here on earth 1 still 99 

* here on earth we run our 153 

* here, the, great sal vat ion l. 36 
human nature doth exist 97 
I hear this grace reveal' d 41 
like a tide, our minutes 56 
on earth we tarry, 51 
others make the law their 127 
we at honest labor toil 172 
we partake thereof in 232 
we the kiss of peace 226 
with her fragrant flowers 11 



INDEX. 



While with repenting tears, 228 
Whither should I sinner flee, 279 

* Who can condemn, since 170 

can condemn? since 47 

can describe tine 20 

can maintain the bold 5 

* can rehearse, most 264 

* can the love of Christ 199 
can thy operations trace 77 
can to love his name 38 
doth not turn to him 287 
doth preserve our life 178 
early, by a living faith, 249 
finds that sin hath quite 80 
hath thee thus abused, 31 
in Jesus Christ abideth, 166 
in the Spirit's light can 198 

* overcometh, shall abide 176 
sincerely loveth Jesus, 166 
spreads the lofty 178 

* thro' Christ's blood, 161 
to Jesus humbly 166 
would not now pursue 143 
would still such mercy 82 

* Whoe'er in Jesus doth 165 

this truth believeth, 162 
to me will come, 86 

would spend his days 116 
129 
83 
39 
178 
283 
29 
263 
101 
258 
119 
187 
27 
70 
269 

m 

233 
211 
201 
215 
275 
101 
118 



* Whom, dear Redeemer 
Why art thou afraid to come 

is his body rack'd with 
need we mourn, as in 
should we fear to trust 
was thy soul with 
Widows are objects of his 
Will he forsake his throne 
Wisdom and faithfulness 
With all our errors and 

* ardent longing 1 , at thy 

* awe and heart-felt l. 
awe and reverence 'fore 
cheerful heart I close 
contrite tears I thee 
deep rev'rence we draw 
each of us obtain thy 
fervor all thy people's 

* fire and with spirit 
gladness they obey his 

* glorious clouds 
grateful hearts we all 



With great desire he long'd 228 
heart and hand you now 225 
his blest incarnation 14 

his ransom'd people 51 

humble faith on thee I 156 
joy I still discover 266 

* joy, we meditate the 54 

longing eyes thy creatures 55 
love's ardor to be fired, 144 
maternal faithfulness 75 
mouth and hand 1 give 212 
my Jesus I will stay ; 138 
my whole heart I cleave 135 

1 new life endow'd by 162 

* painful penance-thoughts 26 
pining sickness I decay 275 
pity view me at thy feet ! 3 
pleasing grief and 102 
tears interceding, 27 
thanks, before his throne 199 
thanks we call to mind 197 
the deepest adoration 32 
these my happy lot is 171 
thirsty souls we drink 232 
this desire 'fore thee I 167 

* thy presence, Lord, our 64 
us in Jesus to be one, 225 

* what unwear) 'd 157 
Without beginning or decline 68 

thy aid we nought can 209 

thy blessing how could212 

thy favor while 1 live, 157 

Witness true and faithful, 152 

Woe then to him that hath 284 

* Worthy, O Lord! art thou 69 
the Lamb that dy'd, 183 

* Would our youth grow in 250 
the world with gay 33 
we but be resign'd and 60 

* we by our behaviour 168 

* we sinners needy, 168 

* you know the grace 255 
Wounded head ! back plough'd 36 



Saviour, full of 



44 



grateful hearts we humbly 65 



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Yea, all his works, in ev'ry 277 

Amen ! Pardon'd sinners 293 

an obedient, simple mind 250 

by thy blood once shed 238 



INDEX. 



Yea, he supports us ev'ry day 261 
he, with uplifted hands, 219 
his condition, 194 

his own he guideth ; 132 

his Son his heart paternal 57 
his sympathizing- heart 218 
Lord ! we wish to cast 266 
'midst failings numberless 160 
only he who feels, 70 

this be our concern, to 142 
when all creatures here 177 
when I see in spirit 153 

with joy ourselves 178 

Ye, alas ! who long* have been 86 

* angels round the throne 65 

* angels, who excel in pow'r 276 

* bottomless depths of God's 7 

* brethren, sav'd by Jesus' 253 

* chosen people of the Lord 252 

* foil Vers of the slaughter'd 238 
heavy-laden, sin-sick souls 84 
mourning souls, look 52 

* people of the Lord! 214 
pilgrims on the road 184 
purchas'd souls, Christ's 252 
saints in glory, who with 71 

* servants of God! your 182 

* sinners ! in the gospel trace 85 
sinners! who with grief 8 
sons of men ! this doleful 45 
that feel quite poor and 12 

"' the Lord's redeemed, 51 



* Ye virgins ! be ' 287 

who believe on Jesus, 233 

* who called to Christ's 209 
who from Jesus Christ 223 
who in Christ believe, 228 
who Jesus' death proclaim 197 

* who Jesus' patients are 278 

* who know the Lord 215 
who love him, cease to 49 
who profess his sacred 177 
who see the Father's grace 86 
with your Lord are ris'n 228 

* Year after year commenceth 264 
Yes, gracious Saviour! I 243 

Lord! we will remember 229 
my dear Lord! in folPwing 171 
thou art precious to my 19 
we feel indeed our own 252 
when this flesh and heart 119 

Yet faintly to us mortals here 74 
'fore thee, Jesus ! I must 106 
let, by faith, my penetration 95 
let me not thy grace abuse 134 
O! how faithless is my 154 
one thing will I ask of thee 275 
since the Lord forgave my 140 
tears of grief, at times 21 

the warmest mutual love 143 
this is confest, 148 

we are of defects aware : 268 
when my Saviour I shall 98 

Your crimes and self-made 10 



oCftfc&^S< * — 



TABLE OF TUNES. 



Note. The number affixed to every line in this Tabic, corresponds 
with the Tune -book, which is an extract from the Tune-book used 
in our congregations abroad, except a few original English Tunea. 

As several of our Tunes are adapted to the same metre (as 22a. 
22b. &c.) an attempt is here made to assign to each hymn an 
appropriate Tune. 



Tune. 
1. No. 595, 602. 
4. No. 223, 320, 349, 411, 455, 

523, 736. 
9. No. 221, 539, 563, 689, 692, 
737, 742, 852. 

10. No. 521, 693, 871, 878, 907. 

11a. No. 15, 42, 43, 135, 247, 424, 
434, 519, 568, 773, 789, 791, 
862, 910. 

lid. No. 63, 65, 112, 126, 262, 
310, 343, 408, 415, 483, 596, 
775, 940. 

14a. No. 10, 24, 26, 64, 66, 67, 
71, 101, 102, 103, 104, 106, 
109, 116, 153, 154, 229, 230, 
256, 261, 275, 289, 296, 307, 
322, 325, 326, 355, 375, 376, 
390, 414, 416, 422, 428, 459, 
468, 472, 484, 493, 507, 526, 
532, 534, 586, 724, 747, 748, 
749, 786, 787, 788, 790, 809, 
829, 860, 872, 886, 892, 895, 
899, 900, 921, 941, 960, 961, 
967, 993. 

1U. No. 50, 52, 138, 144, 204, 
211,271,354,392,570,572, 
573, 930, 991, 992, 994. 



Tune. 

14c. (593a.) No. 53, 59, 60, 156, 
158, 164, 165, 178, 190, 199, 
228, 231, 254, 277, 285, 286, 
287, 327, 347, 395, 492, 509, 
556, 612, 653, 793, 794, 800, 
801, 808, 811, 885, 906, 978. 

15. No. 312, 365, 409, 515, 551, 
697. 

16. No. 7, 47, 264, 284, 374, 
443, 454, 496, 511, 540, 585, 
587, 621, 830, 837, 838, 850, 
904, 971. 

22a. No. 2, 72, 186, 187, 294, 
331, 421, 427, 449, 473, 482, 
490, 505, 513, 518, 599, 656, 
663, 722, 726, 752, 757, 776, 
785, 796, 798, 815, 839, 844, 
853, 859, 879, 887, 905, 913, 
925, 952. 

22£. No. 31, 44, 45, 46, 49, 191. 

22d. No. 27, 107, 348, 457, 463, 
464, 467, 506, 537, 717, 718, 
746, 792, 797, 858, 863, 891, 
923,924,950. 

22*. No. 5, 8, 9, 28, 68, 105, 110, 
157, 161, 189, 201, 202, 216, 
240, 241, 242, 269, 270, 273, 



TABLE OF TUNES. 



Tune. 

22*. 281, 298, 300, 440, 571, 600, 

682,795,864,877,893,894, 

912, 926, 951. 
22f. No 6, 137, 149, 569, 598, 
609, 650, 672, 927, 970. 

No. 22, 160, 219, 407, 444, 

528, 529, 541, 546, 667, 781, 

799, 843, 917. 

No. 224. 

No. 497, 743, 744, 767, 814. 

No. 146, 436, 439, 613, 618, 

625, 657, 772, 780, 842, 881, 

918. 

No. 453, 627. 

No. 77, 86, 266, 324, 387, 

589, 890. 

No. 278, 398, 813, 946. 
39a. No. 57, 405, 581, 662, 806, 

807, 959. 

No. 175, 567, 725, 805. 

No. 124, 412, 824, 989. 

No. 34, 133. 

No. 96. 

No. 78, 445. 

No. 397, 437, 631, 654, 826, 

833, 840. 

No. 12, 37, 56, 61, 69, 143, 

152,177, 181, 197,208,218, 

220,222,295,316,418,446, 

460, 480, 578, 624, 628, 652, 

719, 739, 819, 980. 

No. 265. 

No. 179, 213, 319, 377, 548, 

610, 678, 715, 903. 

No. 606, 700. 

No. 928. 

No. 745, 983. 

No. 308, 393, 669, 866, 867, 

937. 

No. 252. 



22/. 



22o 
23. 
26. 



30. 
36. 

37. 



39c 
45. 
50. 
51. 
54. 
56. 

58. 



66. 
68. 

69. 
70. 
71. 

74. 



75 



79 or 580. No. 21, 29, 41, 70, 74, 



Tune. 

79 or 580. No. 88, 136, 
193, 232, 301, 328, 
333, 378, 384, 385, 
479, 494 503, 531, 
547, 588, 591, 592, 
633, 677, 706, 708, 
817, 847, 882, 884, 
901, 902, 911, 914, 
975. 

82. No. 768. 

83. No. 14, 142, 351, 
438, 542, 576, 590, 
784, 856, 949, 987. 
No. 3. 

No. 19, 389, 883. 
(see 96 and 106.) 
194, 233, 288, 304, 
383, 391, 394, 441, 
564, 647, 648, 676, 
No. 75, 111, 196, 
255, 292, 469, 783, 
No. 11, 13, 30, 173, 
249, 280, 352, 363, 
382, 410, 474, 478, 
670, 671, 696, 713, 
764, 827, 873, 920, 
977. 

No. 76, 754. 
No. 560, 695. 
No. 491, 958. 
No. 4, 167, 198, 244, 
272, 302, 303, 400, 
465, 514, 634, 888. 
No. 73, 122, 338, 
668, 687, 851, 996. 
No. 339. 

No. 1, 62, 125, 353, 
755, 988. 

No. 450, 577, 617, 
644, 673, 868. 

123. No. 253. 



84. 

89. 
90. 



96. 



97. 



99. 
101. 
102. 
106. 



114. 

115. 
119. 

121. 



147, 
330, 
466, 
538, 
620, 
766, 
889, 
915, 



406, 
769, 



No. 
329, 
544, 
908- 
246, 
944. 
206, 
381, 
601, 
758^ 
942, 



268, 
462, 

611, 



458, 
643, 



TABLE OF TUNES. 



TUNB 


, 




Tune 


. 




124. 


No. 430, 765, 947. 




165. 


No. 89. 91, 431, 896. 




125. 


No. 212. 




166. 


No. 18, 36, 162, 183, 


200, 


126 01 


• 597. No. 39, 92, 481, 


489, 




344, 373, 487, 608, 


615, 




623, 741. 






645, 649, 651, 661, 


665, 


127. 


Liturgy, page 25. 






666, 694, 701, 710, 


716, 


132a. 


No. 139, 172, 188, 


195, 




729, 760, 818, 823, 


825, 




250, 315, 346, 386, 


355, 




848, 855, 874, 922, 


932, 




632, 953, 963, 






943, 968, 982. 




1326. 


No. 17. 




167a. 


No. 182, 356, 413, 


426, 


132d. 


No. 130, 148, 566, 934. 




520, 550, 604, 699, 


861. 


132e. 


No. 251. 




167e. 


No. 82, 93. 




136. 


No. 584, 984. 




168a. 


No. 90, 945. 




141. 


No. 368, 451, 452, 
683, 750, 933. 


510, 


1686. 


No. 97, 98, 299, 831, 
870. 


834, 


142. 


No. 267. 




169. 


No. 40. 




146. 


No. 58, 145, 332, 


361, 


172. 


No. 203, 






364, 561, 636, 655, 


714, 


184 ( 


see 594.) No. 276, 279 


311, 




735, 761, 936. 






.313, 399, 512, 763, 


.869, 


147. 


No. 429. 






875. 




149. 


No. 362, 549, 762, 


938, 


185. 


No- 79, 127, 140, 


180, 




985. 






184, 318, 336, 485, 


488, 


151a. 


No. 80, 85, 117, 360, 


461, 




522, 597, 659, 690, 


705, 




635, 734, 753, 756, 


777, 




707, 712, 751, 778, 


816, 




955. 






822, 828, 832, 835, 


865. 


jfc%. 


No. 33, 170, 403, 525. 


189. 


No. 553. 




151*\ 


No. 168, 245, 291, 


293, 


192. 


No. 166. 






486, 517, 603, 691, 


935. 


195. 


No. 545, 558, 681, 




152a. 


No. 87. 




200. 


No. 402. 




152b. 


No. 95. 




203. 


No. 217. 




155. 


No. 51, 309, 358, 


425, 


205. 


No. 128, 141, 237, 


243, 




579, 616, 619, 664, 


684, 




257, 263, 371, 614, 


703, 




688. 






730, 972, 981, 995. 




156. 


No. 404. 




206. 


No. 176, 323, 370, 


562, 


157. 


No. 35, 898, 916. 






674. 




159. 


No. 321, 372, 432, 


448, 


208. 


No. 120, 123, 388. 


516, 




470, 471, 565, 702, 


709, 




527, 637, 990. 






803, 845, 976, 999, 


1000. 


212. 


No. 16. (a) 533. (J>) 




160. 


No. 728. 




214. 


No. 163, 477. 




161. 


No. 607, 638, 686. 




216. 


No. 94. 




164. 


No. 340, 447, 622, 


812 


217. 


No. 99,(a)236,(6)821.(a) 




897. 




218. 


No. 341. 





Kk 2 



TABLE OP TUNES. 



Tuw*. 




TUNE 






221. 


No. 23, 639, 679. 




582. 


No. 880, 954, 957. 




227. 


No. 557. 




583. 


No. 113, 118, 214, 


225, 


228. 


No. 317, 350, 366, 


367, 




235, 283, 498, 508, 


552, 




379, 419, 502, 524, 


660. 




583, 593, 594, 630, 


658, 


230. 


No. 174, 234, 334, 
582, 711. 


433, 




675, 685, 771, 774, 
919, 931. 


836, 


232. 


No. 114, 401, 417, 


740, 


585. 


No. 48, 238, 841, 965, 


979. 




.956. 




586. 


No. 55, 337, 500, 640 3 


857. 


234. 


No. 155, 380, 536. 




587 or 596. No. 435, 810. 




235. 


No. 554. 




588. 


No. 115, 973, 998. 




237. 


No. 495. 




590. 


(see 593b.) No. 20 


i 32, 


240. 


No. 54, 119. 






38, 159, 282, 314, 


345, 


242. 


No. 733. 






359, 396, 475, 476, 


499, 


243. 


No. 83, 84, 442, 804 






504, 535, 641, 642, 


646, 


244. 


No. 335, 357, 456, 
626, 939, 974, 997. 


501, 




630, 704, 720, 721, 
782, 802, 820, 846. 


732, 


249. 


No. 580, 929. 




591. 


No. 239. 




341. 


No. 192, 205, 215, 


369, 


592. 


No. 969. 






559, 698, 849. 




593a. 


(see T. 14c.) 




376. 


No. 305, 306. 




5934. 


(see T. 590.) No. 


131, 


483. 


No. 962. 






132, 150, 530, 543, 


948, 


519. 


No. 129. 






966. 




520. 


No. 605. 




594. 


(see T. 184.) No. 81, 


100, 


580. 


(see T. 79.) 






731, 986. 




581. 


No. 121, 171, 258, 


738, 


595. 


(see T. 582.) No. 


134, 




854, 964. 






169, 185, 207, 209, 


210, 


582. 


(see 595.) No. 25, 


108, 




574, 575, 876, 909. 






151, 226, 227, 248, 


259, 


596. 


(see T. 587.) 






260, 290, 297, 342, 


629, 


597. 


(see T. 126.) 






723, 727, 759, 770, 


779, 









INDEX. 



wvvwvwvw 

N. B. The verses marked with an asterisk (*) begin a hymn. 



vwvwvwwv 



A. PAGE 

A. CHEERFUL life enjoy 334 

* A messenger of peace 333 
A sinner hears us and believes 333 

* Abundantly our Saviour's 328 

* Accept, O God of our 342 
Accept our pray'rs and 299 

* All ! come, thou most beloved 

guest, 345 

*Ah! could we prompt the 
human race 339 

* Alas ! we're sinful, vile and 317 

* All is the Lord's : the spa- 

cious earth 336 

* All the bliss which we 312 
All the pain thou hast endured 305 
All they who believe 310 

* Altho' my deep depravity 320 
Altho' we are vile 310 
Am I of him possessed 312 

* Ambassadors of Christ 338 
Amen, Jesus' words are true 340 
Amen, Lord, afford us 348 
Amen, yea, Hallelujah 312 

* Amen, yea, Head of thy 317 
And what is then Jerusalem 330 
Arise and seek the things 324 
Art thou not refresh'd with 332 
As a thick cloud let all our 319 

* As birds their infant brood 

protect 330 

As long as we on earth remain 341 
As oft as we enjoy this 343 

As part of thy church militant 340 
As sure as I prove 334 

* As the serpent rais'd by 309 

* As thy will, O my Saviour, 316 
Assurance of our pardon 343 
At his blest appearing 348 
At his call the dead awaken 347 

* Attend, Lord Jesus, to my 335 



B. PAGE 

* Begone, unbelief, for my 322 

* Be still, my heart, these anx- 

ious cares 322 

Bear in mind, how Jesus 326 

* Before me place in dread 347 
Behold a great, a heav'nly 299 
Behold, he sinks in death ! 302 
Behold, Lord, how we 310 
Behold, the dying Lamb of 304 

* Behold the throne of grace 327 

* Beloved, white and ruddy 306 
Beyond thy utmost w r ants 328 

* Bless, O Lord, we pray, thy 

congregation 329 

Blind unbelief is sure to err 322 

Blood and water from his 303 

* Brethren, what do you 338 
Brought safely by his hand 322 
But he who knows himself 319 
But lay your own foundation 337 
But O'the house of living 330 
But see, the fields are white 338 
But this very fear is sweet 319 
But to those who have 347 
But when Immanuel's face 307 
But while on earth I tarry 306 
But why do we Jesus see 300 
But why is not my wav'ring 318 
By all in earth and heaven 299 
By Christ's dying love 314 
By faith to Jesus cleaving 312 
By love's closest bonds united 332 



* Call to mind that blessed 329 
Chosen flock, thy faithful 340 

* Christ is the church's Lord 

and Head 332 

* Come, my soul, thy suit 328 



INDEX. 



D. 

* Day of judgment, day of 347 

* Dear Lord, my soul desireth 314 

* Dear Lord, when I trace 3u9 
Dearest Saviour, we adore 309 
Deep in unfathomable mines 322 
Deeply conscious of transgres- 
sions 342 

Desirous to display our love 344 
Detach' d from ev'ry earthly 317 
Did ever trouble thee befal 322 

* Doth our Saviour on us call 339 

* Draw near, O flock of Christ, 

and bow 342 



* Ere we know our lost 309 
Evidence by word and action 332 
Ev'ry where with shoutings 337 

F. 

Faith is thv gift, thou slaugh- 
tered Lamb 310 

* Faithful Saviour, we to thee 325 

* Faithful souls with real 318 
Fall down in faith beneath his 337 
v Father of angels and of men 307 
For ever be blest 334 

* For mercies countless as the 

sands 327 

For refuge I fled 310 

For the joy he set before thee 346 
For them on earth 1 liv'd and 341 
For us from heav'nly realms 315 

* 'Fore thee, Lord,, we appear 342 
From all anxiety and dread 344 
From death to life he raised 312 
From Jesus' blood and merit 312 
From the cross look down 303 
Fulness of grace in him our 313 

G. 

* Gentle is the coercion 320 
Gladly we spend our life and 336 
Glory and obedience 306 

* Glory to God, whose wit- 

ness-train 316 

Glory to our great Creator 301 



* Glory to the Father, 306 
Glory unto Jesus 306 
God and man indeed 307 
God be prais'd thy love is 325 
God Holy Ghost, blest 341 

* God Holy Ghost, how 308 

* God moves in a mysterious 322 
God sends you forth — his will 

be done 336 

God, whom we serve, our God 
can save 316 

* God's boundless grace 3S7 

* Grace and peace from God 

our blessed Saviour 340 

Grace thro' the blood of Jesus 311 

* Gracious Saviour, mov'd by 301 

* Grant, Lord, that with thy 

direction, 313 

Grant, Lord, to thy 332 

Grant that 1 may henceforth 319 
Great defects are still 313 

* Grounded on th' eternal 337 
Grounded on thy Saviour's 332 

II. 

* Had we nought :!|j $45 
Hail! Lamb once slain, thy 

precious blood 327 

* Hail the happy 347 

* Happy, O Lord, are they 

who wait 333 

* Happy soul, thy days are 346 
Hath he aught to say to thee 315 
He died for me 305 
He grace and truth revealing 299 
He graciously conducts me 312 
He hears — and joy o'erspreads 

his face 333 

He left liis bright, his glorious 

throne 299 

Me loveth us unspeakably 344 
He that hath help'd me 322 

He upon his heart doth bear 330 
He, who in Jesus' death 317 

He, who to his own flesh and 344 
Hear the awful trumpet 347 

Hear the sentence ne'er 348 

* Hear, while I am revealing 312 

* Hear, ye sinners, peace and 

pardon 300 



INDEX. 



Heart-piercing sight! he bleeds 
he dies ! 303 

* Here am I blushing*, 305 
Here is love divine pourtrayed 326 
Here lies in death's embraces 306 
Here, of Christ's incarnation 299 
Here stands the promise fair 328 
Here we sow :|f: 345 

* Highly favor'd congregation 332 
His arm supports the sky 301 
His body broken 344 
His love in time past me for- 

biddeth to think 323 

His loving heart 1 open see 344 
His name, his nature soar 301 
His people now confess 309 

His purposes will ripen fast 322 
His stripes whereby I'm 304 

Horrors past imagination 344 
How bitter the cup none can 

ever conceive 323 

How blessed is thy family 333 
How blind have 1 been 309 

* How good and pleasant is it 

to behold 313 

How greatly lie forgiveness 319 
Ho 1 ' highly is poor man by 

thee esteemed 305 

* How needful strictly to 318 

* How sweet thy dwellings, 

Lord, how fair 330 

I. 

I am forgiv'n and reconcil'd 344 

* I am needy, yet forgiven 320 
I give my s el f to th ee an ew 319 
I'm lost in deepest wonder 311 
I open heart and soul to thee 345 
I plead thy rich promise, O 

give me to drink 325 

* I smite upon my guilty 302 
1 then at thy throne 334 

* I to my God am reconcil'd 310 
I trust in Jesus' merit 311 
I've nought to give, for what 

1 have is thine 326 

* I want a principle within 321 
I was defil'd all over 305 

* I weep for joy 304 
If ask'd, hast thou already 320 



If but his arm support us still 316 
If he all my wants supplied 323 
If he shed his precious blood 323 
If love unfeign'd we in our ac- 
tions show, 313 
If our lives for him we venture 316 

* If to Jesus for relief 323 

* If to me experience had not 
proved 312 

Impress this truth upon my 310 

* Impress'd with filial fear 311 
In heart here purified 321 
In him I can completely 311 
In holy contemplation 304 
In my degree and measure 314 
In my Saviour's intercession 324 

* In spirit I am waiting 346 
In sweet communion 344 

* In that glorious vest 316 
In thee we trust for ever 328 
In this humble happy frame 315 
In this sepulchral Eden 306 
In thy hands and feet 1 see 303 
In true simplicity 321 
Incarnate God, exert thy 299 
Into the bosom of our friend 333 
Is good in contemplation 320 
Is it still thy pleasure, Lord, 332 

J. 

Jehovah founded it in blood 330 
Jesus bows his head and dies 303 
Jesus, for thy faithful leading 318 

* Jesus, God of our salvation 342 

* Jesus, grant thy witness- 336 

* Jesus, how do we rejoice 332 

* Jesus, Lord of life and glory 345 
Jesus, on thy dol'rous way 303 

* Jesus' sufferings were for 345 

* Jesus, the whole creation's 326 

* Jesus, thy feast we celebrate 345 

* Jesus, to thy garden lead us 302 

* Jesus, till my latest breath 303 

* Jesus, who died upon the 336 

* Joy divine an dheav'nly peace 343 
Judge not the Lord by feeble 322 

K. 

Keep me thro' thy grace 334 



INDEX. 



L. 

* Laborers go forth 338 

* Lamb, for thy boundless love 

I praises offer 305 

Lamb of God once wounded 307 
Leaders, would ye faithful 334 

* Learn, church of Jesus 333 
Let him that is thirsty 325 
Let neither lust nor fear 320 
Let the whole world thy 329 

* Let thy presence go with 335 
Lift up thy heart to him on 324 
Living faith with clearest 309 
Lo! th' incarnate God 326 
Long as we continue here 336 
Look up, my soui, by faith 303 

* Look up, my soul, to Christ 324 
Looking to Gethsemune 303 

* Lord and God how are thy 344 
Lord, by thy flesh the soul is 

nourish'd 343 

* Lord God, Abba Father 307 
Lord, I will not let thee go 328 

* Lord Jesus, praise to thee 307 
Lord Jesus, to thee 310 

* Lord Jesus, who before thy 343 
Lord, shouidst thou even 33S 

* Lord, take my sinful worth- 

less heart 321 

* Lord, who didst sanctify 321 

M. 

Make me a bosom friend of 321 
Make me thine abode 335 

* Man of sorrows and 302 
May ev'ry place of worship 341 

* May God his grace to us 329 
May I esteem my neighbors 314 
May in thy communion 335 
May I no more resist thy love 310 

* May Jesus' blood and right- 

eousness 341 

May we all once stand before 301 
May we cleave to Jesus 348 

Me for thy coming, Lord, 346 
Meanwhile may I in spirit 346 
Meanwhile they tread the nar- 
row path 336 
Meek and lowly see your 300 
'Midst joy beyond expression 346 



Might thy dying look, dear 306 

* Might with an iron pen 313 
More and more our joys 338 
Most gladly I to others 316 

* Most gracious Lord and 338 
Most graciously he doth 344 

* Most holy Lord and God 342 
My body, mind and soul 315 
Mv Saviour's death and 305 
Myself I could feel 310 
Myself 1 now deliver 304 
My soul, ask what thou wilt 327 
My soul, believe and pray 328 
My spirit him embraces 312 

N. 

Never, never will we cease 339 
No parley with the foe I make 321 

* No longer to behold the tree 320 

* No words can ever fully tell 344 
None from God too distant 314 
Not for your own worthiness 334 
Nought but my Saviour's 311 
Nought can such pleasure 

yield to me 316 

* Nought shall hinder our 

blest function 339 

Now am I, tho' dust, 334 

Now guilty blushes him 317 

* Now may the very God of 322 
Now to Bethle'm w r e're 300 
Now to Joseph's tomb 303 
Now while on earth I stay, to 

thee I'll live 326 

O. 

O all-wise sublime decree ! 316 

* O bless the ministry 335 
O days of solid blessing 331 

* O eternal word 307 
O Father of thy people, I 328 

* O Fountain eternal of life 

and of light 
O ! from my heart, God Holy 319 

* O ! glorious master of thy 335 

* O grant thy servant, thro' 

thy grace 

* O happy lot 
O hasten thy appearance 



324 



321 
346 



INDEX. 



* O how blessed is the station 333 
O how exceeding- rich and 315 

* O how I long- with Christ 346 
O how wondrous is his love 319 

* O Jesus, bless thy witnesses 329 

* O Jesus, my Lord, 334 
O keep thy banquet, Lord, 345 
O Lamb of God, tormented 311 

* O Lord, 'fore thee abas'd I 319 
O may our fellowship abide 332 

* O may we, Saviour, step for 317 
O might we poor sinners 348 
O most Mighty, O most Holy 301 

* O my soul, mark ev'ry word 315 

* O my soul, what means this 
sadness 324 

* O shed abroad, Lord Jesus 321 
O that my sins migiit find 302 
O that such might be our 314 
O that to this heav'nly 302 
O therefore, my Jesus, permit 

me to rest 325 

* O thou the church's Lord 

and Head 340 

O well-spring flowing 344 

O were his death impressed 311 
O what a striking exhibition 344 
O what blessings are from Je- 
sus' passion 312 

* O what complete salvation 311 

* O what songs in highest 340 

* Of Christ our boast we free- 

ly make * 333 

Of our lives we will be careful 316 
Of such love what mortal can 300 
Oft to pray'r, by night 302 

* One there is to Christ well 330 
One wish, with holy transport 330 
Only against offence 338 
Open, Lord, a door 338 
Our counsellor we praise 301 

* Our Father, great and 307 
Our life, our death, be to thy 337 
Out of love he man created 326 



Peace on earth, heav'n is pro- 
claiming 301 
Pilgrims on earth, here we 327 
Pledge of the promise giv'n 308 



* Praise be to Christ ! for us 

he vict'ry gain'd 313 

Praise be to thee in 307 

* Praise for ev'ry scene 313 

* Praise the Spirit's mighty 308 

* Preachers of the gospel- 334 

Q. 

Quick as the apple of the eye 321 

R. 

Receive our thanks, O Lamb 
of God 307 

* Rejoice in Jesus' birth 300 

* Rejoice, our nature Christ 

assumes 299 

* Rise, ye foll'wers of the '316 

* Round Tabor heav'nly glo- 

ries shone 303 



Say, O thou love's eternal 315 
Scarce born again — his 333 

Scarce had Adam fall'n from 300 
Scorn'd and revil'd as was 316 
See his faithful witness-train 316 
See th' almighty God descend 300 
See the Judge, our nature 347 
Seems this subject ever new 338 
Servant of God be fill'd 334 

She with a devoted mind 330 

* Shepherd, help thy chosen 336 
Show us daily more and more 336 
Should bitter be mix'd with 

the sweet of my cup 325 

Should I thus to thee have 302 
Should we not rejoice to see 316 
Since all that I meet with 323 

* Since rulers are ordain'd 329 
Since 'tis the Lord's command 328 
Sing with glad anticipation 326 
So as she believed 348 
So sure will 1 be 334 
Soul, spirit and mind 334 
Spirit of truth, who Christ's 

blood-bought salvation 328 
Steadfast in faith to Jesus 324 
Stronger far his love than 30O 



INDEX. 



t. ! 

Tell me, little flock beloved 302 
Thank God ! the glorious work 
is done, 309 

* Thanks, adoration, glory, 329 
Thanks be to thee, O Lamb 327 
That bond of love, that mys- 
tic union 343 

That I'm an honorable vessel 326 
That precious fountain 344 

That rich, atoning* blood 327 
That this redeemed, happy 341 
That thousands by our 341 

Th' almighty God is he 301 

The best return for one like 327 

* The consecrated house we 330 
The cov'nant is made 335 

* The day will come when Je- 

sus Christ 336 

* The earth's the Lord's, to 

cultivate the land 339 

The eye of faith he giveth 312 
The Father's heart thereby is 

mov'd 341 

The gospel precepts to obey 341 

* The great salvation of the 332 
The hosts of flaming seraphim 337 

* The Lamb of God unspot- 

ted, pure and holy, 327 

* The Lamb of God was slain 309 
The Lord draws near us 344 

* The Lord, ere he appeared 330 

* The nearer we to Jesus 344 

* The prayers of the needy 328 

* The siaughter'd Lamb, my 304 
The Spirit's witness, full and 318 

* The Sun of grace is rising 299 
The tent to me allotted 314 

* The witness-people 334 
The word of God like plen- 
teous rain descends 313 

Thee I exult to feel 308 

Then doth the Saviour for us 341 
Then on clouds in glory 300 

Then we suit ourselves to 338 
Then whisper'd the foe 310 

Thereby inflam'd my heart 

doth burn 304 

There, saith the Saviour, will 342 
They can cast by faith their 319 

* They that are whole, need 318 



They who him, their Saviour 319 

* They who know our Lord 318 
This child is therefore blessed 347 

This day is holy to the Lord 342 
This reflection fills us 348 

Tho' dark be my way, yet 323 
Tho' distresses now attend 324 
Tho' foes on ev'ry side assail 330 
Tho' man, by sin deceived 331 
Tho' rough and thorny be 322 
Tho' ten thousand ills beset 324 

* Tho' thou art not displeas'd, 

O Lord ' 320 

Thou art coming to a King 328 
Thou art my inward guide 308 
Thou art thyself the seal 308 

* Thou Friendof sinners, hear 

my cry 310 

* Thou hast cancell'd my 
transgression 305 

Thouknow'st my insufficiency 346 
Thou Man of sorrows be 341 

* Thou Master of thy family 335 

* Thou Monarch of all, thou 

Lord God of creation 331 

* Thou of all nations the 340 

* Thou promis'd Comforter 308 
Thourichlydost deserve, that 

each pulsation 305 

Thou river of life dost revive 325 

* Thou sov'reign Lord of earth 

andheav'n 331 

* Thrice happy I esteem my 315 
Thus shall we believing 348 
Thus shall we with willing 336 
Thus souls with eagerness 

are sought 333 

Thus strengthen'd in the 335 
Thus will my wants be well 

supply'd 346 

Thy closet enter, pray and 324 
Thy flesh to us a pledge is 343 
Thy gifts, blest Comforter 308 
Thy incarnation claims our 307 

* Thy love unchanging is our 

consolation 319 

Thy pierced hands for us 342 
Thy purposes of love remain 

unshaken 319 

Thy saving name be hallowed 

evermore 313 



INDEX. 



Thy sighs, thy groans in 346 

* Till God in human flesh I 307 
Till to that happy fold I'm 320 
Till we shall in heaven 348 

* To belong to Christ our 317 
To Czesar ever give 338 

* To Christ we homage pay 343 

* To earth no longer cleaving 311 
*■ To God our Saviour let us 317 
To me he drew near 310 
To save mankind from ruin 299 

* To thee, O Lord, I send my 320 

* TO thee, the Lord of all, I'll 

humbly sing 326 

* Truly that eventful day 300 
Trusting in thy Saviour's 346 

u. 

Under sorrows andreproaches 347 

* Until my consummation 346 
Until the hour shall strike at 346 

* Unto Jesus' cross I'm now 306 
Unto the Father to draw nigh 341 
Unto thee we render 307 

* Urg'd by love on ev'ry 339 

W. 

Walking, speaking in devotion 302 

* Warrior, on thy station stand 339 

* Was ever grief like thine 305 
We cast ourselves into thy 340 
We humbly thee adore and 341 
We join together heart and 341 
We know that in our flesh 318 
We meet at thy command, 342 
We one Lord and Saviour 330 
We shall possess for ever 331 
We shall see him once 326 
We wish, and what we wish 

is gain'd, 340 

We worship thee with filial 331 

* Welcome, blessed heav'nly 

stranger 301 

* What affords the christian 

warrior 339 

What are this world's joys 
and troubles 325 

* What brought us together ? 

what j oined our hearts ? 314 
L 



What comfort, what supreme 

delight 333 

Whatever I do 335 

What is it that makes us 331 

What shall I now give to thee 300 

* What stores of ripe, 337 
What sure prophecies foretold 300 
What tho' Satan's strong 

temptations 324 

What true disciple e'er would 

choose . 336 

What welcome shall I give 299 

* When children, bless'd'by 347 
When Christ our life shall 

once appear 309 

* Whene'er assail'd by sinful 321 
Whene'er I survey 334 

* Whene'er with ardent pray'r 
and supplication 328 

* Whenever I my matchless 304 
When first before his mercy- 322 
When he beckons, haste along 315 
When he in like manner 348 
When his name was quite 323 

* When I survey the wondrous 
"cross 304 

* When Jesus had to his dis- 
ciples giv'n 348 

* When in Jesus' nail-prints 314 
When my Jesus from the cross 

complacent 312 

* When shall I gain the glo- 
rious dress 309 

* When the true believer's 314 
When thee in faith addressing 328 
When this favor'd creature 300 
When thou revealest Christ 308 
When thotr thy unction dost 308 
When we shall see our Jesus 331 

* When with the eye of faith 
I Jesus see 301 

* Where two or three with 
sweet accord 342 

While here on earth no place 

he had 315 

While I know his providence 323 

Whiie lost in deepest wonder 312 

While saints in glory praise 

their heav'nly King 313 

* While successive years are 
wasting 326 

1 



INDEX. 



* While the pilgrim travels 339 
While thus thou feedst the 

poor and needy 343 

* While we take our seat 321 
Who can thy kindness prove 311 
Whoe'er himself of sinners 317 
Who is so full of tenderness 319 

* Who saith he's poor, nor 

feels within 319 

* Who thro' Jesus' wounds 321 
Who would venture to explain 300 
Why should I complain then 

of want or distress 323 

* Wisdom and pow'r to Christ 

belong 301 

With a mind from earthly cares 
divested 306 

* With deep devotion 344 

* With gladness we will 335 
With God my habitation 304 

* With grateful heart's 304 
With grateful heart's 312 
With heav'nly wisdom me 335 

* With holy awe we cry 307 
With new grace, dear Lord, 

array me 320 



With power from on high 341 
With the same faith our bosom 
glows 316 

* With thee, Lord, while I 345 

* With undaunted resolution 325 
Witness here to all around 332 
Wonders without end we see 319 

* Would the world our 337 
Would we inward peace 314 

Y. 

Ye fearful saints fresh courage 322 
Ye spirits of the just above 327 
Yea, I give my heart to thee 303 
Yea, should it e'en to man 316 
Yea, the world's Saviour Jesus 
Christ 315 

* Yes, since God himself hath 

said it 323 
Yet hark! the bridegroom's 

voice I hear 318 

Yet I partake thy grace 308 

Yet this acknowledgement 327 
Yet whence comes it, Lord, 

that we 332 



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TABLE OF TUNES. 



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Book, in use in the Congregations of the Brethren. 

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Tune. 

4. No. 1042, 1138. 

9. No. 1087, 1123, 1147. 

10. No. 1002, 1049, 1111. 

11. No. 1060, 1063, 1074, 1110, 
1158. 

14. No. 1019, 1028, 1043, 1062, 
1066, 1075, 1089, 1093, 1106, 
1130,1132, 1140, 1149, 1183, 
1184, 1193. 

15. No. 1186. 

16. No. 1007, 1064, 1129, 1195. 

22. No. 1001, 1015, 1034, 1035, 
1041, 1069,1081,1088, 1094, 
1120,1150,1171,1172. 

23. No. 1080. 

26. No. 1128, 1134. 

36. No. 1023, 1077. 

37. No. 1071. 

39. No. 1058, 1095. 

58. No. 1027, 1031, 1051, 1200. 

68. No. 1033, 1090, 1157. 

69. No. 1131, 1136, 1182. 
71. No. 1084, 1177. 

79. No. 1056, 1065, 1155, 1196. 

82. No. 1101, 1137. 

83. No. 1033, 1059, 1146, 1185, 
1191. 

89. No. 1097. 

96. No. 1044, 1079, 1122. 

97. No. 1118, 1119, 1121, 1139, 
1145. 

99. No. 1013. 
101. No. 1173. 
114. No. 1108, 1112. 
119. No. 1189. 
121. No. 1040. 

124. No. 1014, 1057. 

125. No. 1032, 1086. 

126. No. 1017, 1046, 1047, 1124. 
136. No. 1020, 1091, 1153. 

141. No. 1163. 

142. No. 1100. 



Tune. 

146. No. 1053, 1144. 

147. No, 1045. 

151. No. 1021, 1083, 1194. 
155. No. 1037, 1068, 1127, 1168, 
157. No. 1102. 
159. No. 1009, 1072, 1078, 1099, 

1113, 1176. 
161. No. 1159. 

166. No. 1016, 1061, 1107, 1115, 
1170, 1187. 

167. No. 1012, 1038, 1039, 1052, 
1055,1067,1073,1160,1199. 

168. No. 1011, 1022, 1133. 

185. No. 1025, 1048, 1117, 1162, 

1169, 1179. 
200. No. 1082. 
205. No. 1008, 1050, 1143, 1152, 

1154, 1161, 1190. 
208. No. 1114. 
211. No. 1188. 
221. No. 1126. 
228. No. 1070, 1151, 
230. No. 1174. 
232. No. 1148. 
234. No. 1125. 
244. No. 1018, 1192. 
249. No. 1030. 
341. No. 1036, 1180, 
519. No. 1175. 
580. No. 1085, 1105, 1141, 1167, 

1198. 

582. No. 1006, 1024, 1109, 1135, 
1156, 

583. No. 1010, 1054, 1103, 1165. 
585. No. 1004, 1005, 1098, 1104, 

1197. 

590. No. 1029, 1092, 1116, 1142, 
1166. 

591. No. 1096, 1164. 
594. No. 1178. 

598. No. 1026. 

599. No. 1181. 



BOOKS PUBLISHED, 

Relating to, or in use among the United Brethren. 

1. J3LN Exposition of Christian Doctrine, as taught in the Protes- 
tant Church of the United Brethren, or Unitas Fratrum. Written 
in German, by August Gottlieb Spangenberg, with a Preface b/ 
Benjamin Latrobe. Second edition, revised. 

2. Harmony of the Four Gospels ; or, The History of our Lord 
and Saviour Jesus Christ; in which every thing and circumstance, 
mentioned by the Four Evangelists, is brought into one narrative ; 
so that the reader hath here collected together, in one series, all 
that is recorded of the Acts of the Days of the Son of Man, in the 
very words of our English Version. 

3. A Summary of the Doctrine of Jesus Christ; to be used for 
the Instruction of Youth in the Congregations of the United 
Brethren. New Edition, 8vo. 

4. Sound Doctrine, extracted from the Writings of the most 
eminent Reformed Divines, chiefly of the French Protestant Church. 
Translated from the French. 8vo. 

5. The History of the Mission of the United Brethren among the 
Indians in North America. In three Parts. By George Henry" 
Loskiel. Translated from the German by Christian Ignatius Latrobe. 
In one Volume, 8vo. 

6. A Succinct View of the Missions established among the Heathen 
by the Church of the Brethren, or Unitas Fratrum. By Benjamin 
Latrobe. 

7. A Brief Account of the Mission established among the Esqui- 
mauxlndians on the Coast of Labrador, by the Church of the Brethren. * 

8. An Account of the Manner in which the Protestant Church of 
the Unitas Fratrum, or United Brethren, preach the gospel, and 
carry on their Missions among the Heathen. Translated from the 
German of the Rev. August Gottlieb Spangenberg. 

9. A Collection of Hymns, for the Use of the United Brethren. 
New Edition, revised and enlarged. 1801. 

10. A Collection of Hymns for the Use of Children. New Edition, 
revised and enlarged. 

11. Hymn-Tunes, sung in the Church of the United Brethren. 
Collected by Christian Ignatius Latrobe. 

12. The Works of the late Rev. John Gambold, A. M. formerly 
Minister of Staunton -Harcourt, Oxfordshire, and late one of the 
Bishops of the Unitas Fratrum, or United Brethren. To which is 
annexed, the Life of the Author, with a Head Crown Octavo. 

13. Select Narratives, extracted from the History of the Church, 
known by the name of Unitas Fratrum, or tfie United Brethren. 
Chronologically arranged. Part 1st. containing the Ancient History. 
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